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N981TL V

Scott James B VANS RV-7A · 2007

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 05621UD

Scott James B VANS RV-7A
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 59250

Manufacturer: Superior
Model: O-360 SERIES
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 180 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N981TL
Serial Number: 70210
Year Manufactured: 2007
ACFTREF Code: 05621UD
Engine Code: 59250
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: RV7A

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 53330217
ICAO 24-bit (hex): ADB08F
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Registrant

Schmidt Thomas H
8863 E Norwood St
Mesa, AZ, 852071446
FAA Region: 4

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Jan 25, 2017
Airworthiness Jan 11, 2007
Expiration Jan 31, 2030
Last Activity Sep 30, 2023
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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