Single Engine PistonTraining
Van RV-12
Van Aircraft · Single Engine Piston
Manufacturer
Van Aircraft
Type
Single Engine Piston
Engines
1 engine
Max Passengers
1 pax
Range
500 nm
Cruise Speed
118 kt
Service Ceiling
14,000 ft
MTOW
600 kg
Type Rating
✓
No Type Rating Required
The Van RV-12 can be flown with a standard pilot certificate and appropriate class rating. A checkout with an instructor is recommended.
Overview
Popular light sport aircraft kit-build design. Used by some flight schools for affordable sport pilot training.
Plan your Van RV-12 career
See what pilots flying the Van RV-12 earn at every career stage, or test your knowledge of this aircraft and its systems.
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Gear for Flying the Van RV-12
Training or renting a Van RV-12? This is the kit most Van Aircraft pilots keep in the bag.
Start hereDavid Clark H10-13.4 HeadsetThe flight-school standard — bulletproof passive noise reduction every renter already knows.Check on AmazonUpgrade pickASA Tri-Fold VFR KneeboardKeeps your checklist, clearances, and ATIS within reach in a tight GA cockpit.Check on Amazon
David Clark H10-13.4 HeadsetThe flight-school standard — bulletproof passive noise reduction every renter already knows.View on AmazonASA Tri-Fold VFR KneeboardKeeps your checklist, clearances, and ATIS within reach in a tight GA cockpit.View on AmazonASA E6B Flight ComputerWind, fuel, and time-speed-distance the way your checkride examiner expects.View on AmazonASA Standard Pilot Master LogbookLog every hour you build in the Van RV-12.View on Amazon