Van's RV-12 Aircraft in United States
United States is the world's largest GA market with the highest concentration of aircraft, dealers, MRO facilities and flight infrastructure. FAA certification standards, N-registration. Most TBM/PC-12/Cirrus production aircraft sold in the US used market are N-registered with full FAA documentation.
The Light-Sport RV — Rotax 912-powered two-seater, available as E-LSA or the ready-to-fly factory variant, the most accessible RV. Folding wings on some. The LSA entry to the RV family.
10 used Van's RV-12 aircraft for sale in United States · 2-seat · $75,000–$111,500 · market reference $125,000 · New from $100,000 · updated 13 hours ago
Van's RV-12 Specifications
Model specThe Van's RV-12 is a 2-seat experimental with a cruise speed of 117 kt (217 km/h), a range of 505–550 nm (935–1,019 km), and a useful load of 560 lbs (254 kg).
Van's RV-12 for Sale
Van's RV-12 asking prices range from $75,000 to $111,500, with a median of $89,000 (market reference $125,000).
Van's RV-12 Variants
| Variant | Years | Seats | Cruise | Range | Useful load | Price range | Best for | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RV-12IS | 2018–now | 2 | 117 kts (217 km/h) | 505 nm (935 km) | 560 lbs (254 kg) | $115K – $198K | Updated two-seat RV light-sport/recreational aircraft for buyers who want efficient modern flying and RV handling in a simpler mission class. | 9 |
Compare Van's RV-12
See how the Van's RV-12 stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.
Van's RV-12 Price & Cost
How much does a Van's RV-12 cost? Used RV-12 prices: $75K – $111K, average $89K (median $89K); market reference $125K, across 9 priced of 10 active listings.
Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.
Buying a Used Van's RV-12
Buying a Van's RV-12 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:
What to check before buying
Frequently Asked Questions — Van's RV-12
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Van's RV-12 Inventory by Country
| United States | 11 |
| Australia | 1 |
| Germany | 1 |
Recently Sold Van's RV-12
| 2015 RV-12 | $114,990 |
Van's RV-12 Safety Record
Across all RV-12 variants, 2 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 2018–2019. As with any aircraft, most outcomes depend on pilot training, maintenance and operating conditions rather than the airframe itself.
2
Total Events
0
Incidents
0
Serious
2
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 06, 2019 | Lady Lake, FL | Fatal (1) | The pilot's loss of pitch control due to the in-flight opening of the canopy for reasons that could not be determined. |
| Nov 17, 2018 | Niceville, FL | Fatal (1) | A partial loss of engine power during initial climb for undetermined reasons, and pilot's failure to maintain airspeed d… |
NTSB records 2018–2019. Includes all Van's RV-12 variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.