2025 Van's RV-12IS
Experimental / Homebuilt
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Dual Garmin G3X touch-screen with ADSB in out GMC 507 2-axis autopilot controller Garmin com and intercom Aithre Carbon Monoxide detector wired to G3X Van's powder-coated and silk-screened panels
Description
91 hours TTSN, experienced builder, all Van's options except IFR navigator, ELSA, dual Garmin G3X, 2-axis autopilot.
Engine
Rotax 912iS, with Rotax Care extended warranty. Blackstone Labs oil analysis 3-blade super-smooth E-prop Original Sensenich 2-blade included
Propeller
NDH, upgraded Grove brakes, Van's towbar/gust lock, Koger shade, wheelpants trimmed, fitted, test-flown and ready to install. Stabilator glass tips, glareshield, Bruce's custom cover, "cheese-grater" wingtips glassed in, Van's inspection port installed in fuel tank. Transparent fuel-filler hose. Baggage tie-downs. All prepped and primed. Some LCP; 100% of Van's-recommended parts were replaced. Registered as ELSA. Logs complete and digitized. Van's canopy trim kit included but not installed.
Interior
Custom colored Ultraleather by Abby at Flightline Interiors, with Confor-Foam upgrade, stick boots, full carpeting. Painted with Stewart Systems Ekocrylic buffed and polished.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Michael Bell
trade-a-plane.com
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$130,000
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Cameron Park, CA | May 12, 2026 | 66 days | Active | |
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Michael Bell
barnstormers.com
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$130,000
|
Cameron Park, CA | May 10, 2026 | 68 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Vans RV-12IS
This 2025 Vans RV-12IS (N731M) is a 2-seat experimental / homebuilt with 91 hours on the airframe. There are currently 12 RV-12IS aircraft listed for sale . This aircraft is listed at the market average at $130,000.
The RV-12IS cruises at 117 kts (217 km/h) with a range of 505 nm (935 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 5 GPH (19 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $31/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Van's RV-12IS — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N731M.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
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