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N838GS V

Stofer Gerald B RV-8A · 2013

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 056314K

Stofer Gerald B RV-8A
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 41871

Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: IO-360-M1B
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 180 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N838GS
Serial Number: 82993
Year Manufactured: 2013
ACFTREF Code: 056314K
Engine Code: 41871
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): 52673271
ICAO 24-bit (hex): AB76B9
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Registrant

Homsley Marvin
100 W 52Nd St
North Little Rock, AR, 721184134
FAA Region: 2

Key Dates

Certificate Issued May 26, 2022
Airworthiness Jan 24, 2013
Expiration May 31, 2029
Last Activity Aug 4, 2023
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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