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N8JL V

Merian Richard F RV-8 · 2001

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Last known — 1 week ago N8JL
Observed 2026-06-02 07:46:37 MST
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Ground speed
152 kt
Altitude (baro)
4,475 ft
Track
296.0°
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Wind / OAT
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Autopilot target
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Lat 31.34711, Lng -81.71268
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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 0561014

Merian Richard F RV-8
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 41511

Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: I0360 SER A&C
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 200 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N8JL
Serial Number: 81324
Year Manufactured: 2001
ACFTREF Code: 0561014
Engine Code: 41511
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): 52556776
ICAO 24-bit (hex): AADDFE
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Registrant

Morris Jerry L
306 Wymberly Rd
St Simons Is, GA, 315221708
FAA Region: 7

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Nov 22, 2006
Airworthiness Aug 20, 2001
Expiration Oct 31, 2028
Last Activity Jun 16, 2023
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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