Need a ride in a RV-8 in Ark LA Tex area

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tevisp

I'm New Here

• Jul 5, 2013

• #1

Howdy! Looking to buy a plane, but want to ride in a RV8 to see if it's comfortable for a 225lb pilot! Anyone need a little gas money for a short hop? Also looking for a deal on a 'steam gauge' nice 8. Thanks!

 

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SHIPCHIEF

Well Known Member

• Jul 7, 2013

• #2

Yea;
I need a ride in an RV-8 too. I just spent the last 16 years building one. I've never ridden in one, and I haven't had my first flight yet!!
Some things are taken on faith...

 

Traash

Well Known Member

• Jul 8, 2013

• #3

Ride avail

The boys at CXO are always avail. We have 30+ RVs here. Officers call at 1700 daily. Coffee & doughnuts on Mon @ 1000.

 

Stu McCurdy

Well Known Member

• Jul 8, 2013

• #4

RV-8

I am 225 and have room to spare. DO IT. I have the In Flight Adjustable rudder pedals.

 

Mike S

Senior Curmudgeon

• Jul 8, 2013

• #5

Welcome to VAF!

Tevis, welcome to VAF

Good to have you aboard.

Jay Pratt might be able to set you up with a ride, or at the least give you tons of info about the RV 8.

http://www.vansairforce.net/rvcentral.htm

 

Last edited: Jul 8, 2013

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tevisp

I'm New Here

• Jul 8, 2013

• #6

Thanks for the help guys!

Thanks! I now have a couple leads for a ride..... if all works out I will have a Arrow and a Starduster for sale soon!

 

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tevisp

I'm New Here

• Jul 9, 2013

• #7

A more specific question- RV8 panel to pilot distance

Thanks in advance guys, but can anyone tell me the difference in distance from panel to pilot (front seat of course) in the RV8 versus the RV4??? I have flown a RV4, but was very crowded by the lack of space between me and the panel.... very uncomfortable. I know the answer is available by looking at the plans for the 4 vs. 8, but I bet someone has flown both and can give me an idea of what to expect....