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N8782D V

David M Schmitz/derek C James RV-8 · 2014

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Last known — 4 days ago N8782D
Observed 2026-06-19 08:55:42 MST
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Ground speed
171 kt
Altitude (baro)
2,725 ft
Track
61.0°
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Lat 38.64204, Lng -84.81329
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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 056322R

David M Schmitz/derek C James RV-8
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 42299

Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: O-360-B2C
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 168 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N8782D
Serial Number: 83167
Year Manufactured: 2014
ACFTREF Code: 056322R
Engine Code: 42299
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): 53013260
ICAO 24-bit (hex): AC16B0
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Registrant

Schmitz David M
3911 Oakleigh Meadow Pl
Louisville, KY, 402458440
FAA Region: 3
Additional Names
JAMES DEREK C

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Sep 20, 2013
Airworthiness Oct 15, 2014
Expiration Sep 30, 2029
Last Activity Mar 23, 2026
Data as of Jun 22, 2026

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