2011 Vans RV-9A
Experimental / Homebuilt
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Beautiful 2011 Van's RV-9A - Turnkey Cross-Country Crosser! Looking for the perfect balance of efficiency, speed, and modern avionics? This beautifully built 2011 Van's RV-9A (N238LS, Serial #91019) is ready for its next adventure. Meticulously maintained and highly upgraded with premium quality-of-life and safety modifications, this aircraft offers incredible performance for a competitive price of $139,500. Advanced Avionics PanelFly with ultimate situational awareness. The panel features a modern, clean layout centered around the Dynon SkyView Classic Glass Panel system: Dynon SkyView ADAHRS-200 EMS-220 for precise flight and engine monitoring.2-Axis Autopilot with both Simple and Expert flight options for stress-free, long-range cruising. ADS-B In/Out providing full subscription-free weather and traffic directly to your screen. Note: Excellent VFR cross-country platform (Not IFR certified). Premium Upgrades Modifications This RV-9A features several highly sought-after Anti-Splat Aero modifications and comfort upgrades that set it apart from standard builds: Enhanced Safety: Equipped with the Anti-Splat Nosewheel Lip Skid and Nosewheel 2 Front Gear Upgrade for added peace of mind during taxi and landing.Flight Controls: Electric elevator trim paired with a premium manual rudder trim from Aerosport Products. Thermal Management: Integrated oil cooler shutter and Bowden cable assembly for precise temperature control, plus a 115-volt oil pan engine heater for easy cold-weather starts. Visibility Lighting: High-visibility landing lights featuring a built-in "Wig-Wag" safety function. Cabin Comfort ConvenienceEasy-exit bar and built-in cup holder for effortless entry and exit. Equipped with a 12V female receptacle alongside dual USB ports to keep your tablets, phones, and EFBs fully charged on long trips. Maintenance Readiness Fresh Inspection: Brand new ELT and transponder/pitot-static certification completed in August 2025 ($8/25$).Hangared, loved, and fully ready to fly home today. Priced fairly at $139,500 OBO. Don't miss out on an exceptionally clean, well-equipped RV-9A that is cross-country ready from day one. Serious inquiries only. Contact today to schedule a viewing or request logbooks!
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| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Hunter Nitzsky
trade-a-plane.com
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$139,500
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Meadville, PA | Jun 24, 2026 | 10 days | Active |
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About This Vans RV-9A
This 2011 Vans RV-9A is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt with 350 hours on the airframe. There are currently 13 RV-9A aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $139,500.
The RV-9A cruises at 160 kts (296 km/h) with a range of 650 nm (1,204 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 22,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 6 GPH (23 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $37/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $85/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $10,000. With 350 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,650 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Vans RV-9A — Model Specs
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