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N297DW V

Wilson David L VANS RV-8 · 2000

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 05607ZG

Wilson David L VANS RV-8
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 41504

Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: 0-360-A1D
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 180 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N297DW
Serial Number: 80601
Year Manufactured: 2000
ACFTREF Code: 05607ZG
Engine Code: 41504
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): 50607733
ICAO 24-bit (hex): A30FDB
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Registrant

Black Mark A
2855 Nc 704 Hwy W
Lawsonville, NC, 270228367
FAA Region: 1
Additional Names
BLACK TERRI C

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Jan 8, 2015
Airworthiness Sep 20, 2000
Expiration Jan 31, 2028
Last Activity Apr 14, 2023
Data as of Jul 2, 2026

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