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Van’s Aircraft RV-7A
Pilot’s Operating Handbook
N457GH
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Van's Aircraft RV-7A Specifications

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ManufacturerVan's Aircraft
ModelRV-7A
Length20 ft 4 in (6.20 m)
Empty Weight1, 050 lb (476 kg)
Gross Weight1, 800 lb (816 kg)
Useful Load750 lb (340 kg)
Seating Capacity2
CategoryAircraft
TypeHomebuilt kit aircraft
Wingspan25 ft (7.62 m)
Powerplant1 × piston engine
EngineLycoming IO-360
Fuel Capacity42 U.S. gallons (160 L; 35 imp gal)

Summary

Airspeed Limitations

Key Airspeed Limitations

Key airspeed limitations for safe operation, including VNE, VNO, VA, and VFE.

Operating Limitations

Preflight Inspection

Before Takeoff

Pre-Takeoff Procedures

Procedures and checks to perform before takeoff.

Takeoff

Takeoff Procedures

Procedures for normal and short field takeoffs.

Flight Phases

Descent, Pre-Landing, and Landing

Procedures for descent, pre-landing, and landing.

Post-Flight Procedures

Short Field Landing

Procedure for performing a landing in a short field.

Weight and Balance

Maximum Weight Limits and CG Range

Maximum weights and Center of Gravity range.

Sample Weight and Balance Chart

Weight and Balance Data

CG Ranges for Flight Conditions

CG ranges for various flight conditions.

Empty, Max, and First Test Flight CG

Calculated CGs for empty, max weight, and first test flight.

Engine and Propeller Information

Emergency Procedures

Airspeeds for Emergency Operation

Airspeeds recommended for emergency situations.

Engine Failures

Engine Failure Procedures

Procedures for engine failures during takeoff, flight, or forced landings.

Fires

Fire Procedures

Procedures for fires during start, engine fire in flight, and electrical fire.

Cabin Fire

Cabin Fire Procedure

Procedure for handling a cabin fire.

Electrical

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