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N81RV V

Paul Duchesne RV-8

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ICAO24: ab088e
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Last known — 3 days ago N81RV
Observed 2026-06-05 19:23:49 MST
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Ground speed
12 kt
Altitude (baro)
GROUND
Track
235.0°
Squawk
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Wind / OAT
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Autopilot target
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Lat 33.57473, Lng -117.12876
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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 05642XM

Paul Duchesne RV-8
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard
Engine type: Reciprocating (Piston) (code 1)

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N81RV
Serial Number: 83715
Year Manufactured: —
ACFTREF Code: 05642XM
Engine Code: —
Status: V (V)
Certification: —
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): 52604216
ICAO 24-bit (hex): AB088E
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Key Dates

Certificate Issued Feb 7, 2025
Expiration Feb 29, 2032
Last Activity Feb 25, 2025
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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