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Johs Robert W VANS RV8 · 2013

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ICAO24: a1408b
Last known — 5 days ago N18YT
Observed 2026-06-19 08:55:42 MST
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Ground speed
148 kt
Altitude (baro)
2,500 ft
Track
296.0°
Squawk
Wind / OAT
Autopilot target
Lat 29.89146, Lng -98.85361
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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 056325S

Johs Robert W VANS RV8
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 42151

Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: O-320-D2B
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 160 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N18YT
Serial Number: 81004
Year Manufactured: 2013
ACFTREF Code: 056325S
Engine Code: 42151
Status: V (V)
Certification: 42
Type Aircraft: Fixed Wing Single Engine (4)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master
Kit Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft Inc
Kit Model: RV-8

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 50240213
ICAO 24-bit (hex): A1408B

Registrant

Beavers Michael B
2623 Hiline Dr
Bulverde, TX, 781631862
FAA Region: 2

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Aug 6, 2024
Airworthiness Nov 30, 2013
Expiration Aug 31, 2031
Last Activity Aug 6, 2024
Data as of Jun 22, 2026

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