Van's RV-6A Aircraft
The Vans RV-6A is the tricycle-gear version of the classic RV-6, bought by pilots who want responsive RV handling and efficient two-seat cross-country performance without tailwheel ground handling. Because it is an amateur-built aircraft, the individual builder and records are as important as the model name. Compared with an RV-6, the RV-6A is the nosewheel alternative; compared with an RV-7A, it is the earlier generation with value tied heavily to build quality and equipment.
16 used Van's RV-6A aircraft for sale · 2-seat · Used median asking $109,000 · New from $79,038 · updated 15 hours ago
Van's RV-6A Specifications
Model specThe Van's RV-6A is a 2-seat experimental with a cruise speed of 166 kt (307 km/h), a range of 626 nm (1,159 km), and a useful load of 620 lbs (281 kg).
Van's RV-6A for Sale
Browse all listings →Van's RV-6A asking prices range from $49,900 to $162,142, with a median of $109,000 (market reference $120,000).
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How much does a Van's RV-6A cost? Used RV-6A prices: $49K – $162K, average $109K (median $109K); market reference $120K, across 14 priced of 16 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-6A
Buying a Van's RV-6A 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-6A
How does the RV-6A differ from other Van's RV nosewheel models?
Van's RV-6A Inventory by Country
| United States | 11 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| Canada | 1 |
| Lithuania | 1 |
| Poland | 1 |
Recently Sold Van's RV-6A
| 2004 RV-6A | $1,250,000 |
| 2026 RV-6A | $172,000 |
Van's RV-6A Safety Record
Across all RV-6A variants, 2 NTSB-recorded events are on file from 1999–2022. 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
1
Fatal
Most Recent Events
| Date | Location | Severity | Probable Cause |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2022 | Ciudad-Chihuahua state, | Fatal (2) | — |
| Apr 05, 1999 | CEDAR CREEK, NC | Minor | The soft runway surface. |
NTSB records 1999–2022. Includes all Van's RV-6A variants. Events ≠ aircraft fault.