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N609HZ V

Brian Huffaker RV-8A · 2017

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 05634OO

Brian Huffaker RV-8A
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 42250

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

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N609HZ
Serial Number: 80091
Year Manufactured: 2017
ACFTREF Code: 05634OO
Engine Code: 42250
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-8A

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 51764565
ICAO 24-bit (hex): A7E975
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Key Dates

Certificate Issued Oct 27, 2015
Airworthiness Jun 22, 2017
Expiration Oct 31, 2028
Last Activity Jun 16, 2023
Data as of Jun 5, 2026

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