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N861JP V

James J Patchett VANS RV8 · 2024

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Last known — 6 days ago N861JP
Observed 2026-06-19 09:31:59 MST
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Ground speed
116 kt
Altitude (baro)
1,925 ft
Track
66.0°
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Wind / OAT
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Autopilot target
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Lat 36.26230, Lng -87.25302
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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 05642EV

James J Patchett VANS RV8
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 42414

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

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N861JP
Serial Number: 83881
Year Manufactured: 2024
ACFTREF Code: 05642EV
Engine Code: 42414
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): 52751544
ICAO 24-bit (hex): ABD364
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Registrant

Patchett James J
125 Windsock Way
Chapmansboro, TN, 370353003
FAA Region: 3

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Mar 27, 2024
Airworthiness Sep 7, 2024
Expiration Mar 31, 2031
Last Activity Aug 22, 2025
Data as of Jun 22, 2026

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