Passenger weight limit?

I'm building an RV-6A. I have 2 very large brothers and wondered if they
will be able to fly with me in the 6 someday. I'm the runt of the litter at 185
pounds, but they are 6'3" 250, and 6'0" 300. I have a turbo arrow they can ride
in, but the idea of a big bubba climbing on my RV wings gives me the willies.

What is your size/weight limit (other than overall gross weight) for passengers?


- Rudy
N620RA (reserved)
RV6-A Fuselage

My partner outweighs your "big" brother and he fits in my 9A, so I would say you both will fit. The 9 handles the weight fine. BTW, I am 6' 4" and weigh 215, so I'm not small, either. Just don't step on the steps of you -A at the same time! Don't ask how I know that one.

Bob Kelly

I have carried passengers who are almost the exact sizes of your brothers.

Both fit pretty well. The 6'3", 250 lb guy even went on a little 6 hour X/C with me...

Kyle Boatright said:

I have carried passengers who are almost the exact sizes of your brothers.

Both fit pretty well. The 6'3", 250 lb guy even went on a little 6 hour X/C with me...

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I concur with Kyle... my only requirement is that my passenger can fit the lap belt around their waist and click-it together I have the standard Van's lap belts and the manufacturer does not sell 'extenders' for safety reasons, Rosie