Need a ride in a RV-8 in Ark LA Tex area

tevisp · #1 07-05-2013, 01:28 PM

Howdy! Looking to buy a plane, but want to ride in a RV8 to see if it's comfortable for a 225lb pilot! Anyone need a little gas money for a short hop? Also looking for a deal on a 'steam gauge' nice 8. Thanks!

SHIPCHIEF · #2 07-07-2013, 07:04 PM

Yea;
I need a ride in an RV-8 too. I just spent the last 16 years building one. I've never ridden in one, and I haven't had my first flight yet!!
Some things are taken on faith...

Traash · #3 07-07-2013, 11:32 PM

The boys at CXO are always avail. We have 30+ RVs here. Officers call at 1700 daily. Coffee & doughnuts on Mon @ 1000.

Stu McCurdy · #4 07-08-2013, 09:53 AM

I am 225 and have room to spare. DO IT. I have the In Flight Adjustable rudder pedals.

Mike S · #5 07-08-2013, 10:01 AM

Tevis, welcome to VAF

Good to have you aboard.

Jay Pratt might be able to set you up with a ride, or at the least give you tons of info about the RV 8.

http://www.vansairforce.net/rvcentral.htm

tevisp · #6 07-08-2013, 03:30 PM

Thanks! I now have a couple leads for a ride..... if all works out I will have a Arrow and a Starduster for sale soon!

tevisp · #7 07-09-2013, 09:32 AM

Thanks in advance guys, but can anyone tell me the difference in distance from panel to pilot (front seat of course) in the RV8 versus the RV4??? I have flown a RV4, but was very crowded by the lack of space between me and the panel.... very uncomfortable. I know the answer is available by looking at the plans for the 4 vs. 8, but I bet someone has flown both and can give me an idea of what to expect....