VANS RV-12IS Model Guide
VANS RV-12IS · Model Guide
Overview
VANS RV-12IS is a light sport aircraft (single-engine piston) from Van's Aircraft. Its Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) says it complies with ASTM F 2245 and is powered by a Rotax 912 iS (a 912 ULS version also appears in the manuals). The registry data and library specs are empty, so the figures below come from a flight-school checklist for the RV-12. Check them against the current POH before you buy.
- Fuel tank holds 19.8 gal total, but only 15.8 gal is usable in climbs. Plan fuel with that in mind.
- Checklist V-speeds: Vne 136, Vno 108, Vfe 82, Vy 75 kts. Stall speeds are 45 (Vs1) and 41 (Vso) kts.
- Owners must follow Van's maintenance manual and service notices, and keep Van's updated with their contact details.
- The POH is at Rev 14.1 and stall speeds were revised in Rev 10. Make sure the airplane's papers match the current revision.
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Document
Source
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 48 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Max baggage (lb) ·
- 50
- Fuel capacity (gal) ·
- 19.8
- Usable fuel climb (gal) ·
- 15.8
Performance
- Best glide (kt) ·
- 63
- Max crosswind (kt) ·
- 11
- Max total wind (kt) ·
- 30
V-speeds
- VA_KTS ·
- 90
- VX_KTS ·
- 60
- VY_KTS ·
- 75
- VFE_KTS ·
- 82
- VNE_KTS ·
- 136
- VNO_KTS ·
- 108
- VS1_KTS ·
- 45
- VSO_KTS ·
- 41
Weight & balance
- Max weight (lb) ·
- 1,320
- Fuel arm (in) ·
- 110.28
- Max baggage (lb) ·
- 50
- Empty weight (lb) ·
- 769
- Baggage arm (in) ·
- 110.81
- Pilot passenger arm (in) ·
- 78.85
How much fuel does the VANS RV-12IS carry?
The checklist for the VANS RV-12IS lists one tank of 19.8 gal total. 15.8 gal is usable in climbs, and the full amount is usable in shallow climbs, level flight and descents.
What are the key speeds for the VANS RV-12IS?
The checklist gives Vne 136, Vno 108, Va 90, Vfe 82, Vy 75, Vx 60 and best glide 63 kts. Vs1 is 45 and Vso is 41 kts. The POH revised stall speeds in Rev 10, so verify them in the current POH.
What are the owner's duties for the VANS RV-12IS?
The maintenance manual says VANS RV-12IS owners must read and follow the manual and Van's continued airworthiness information. They must give Van's current contact details and report safety-of-flight issues or significant service difficulties.
Can the VANS RV-12IS do aerobatics?
No. The checklist for the VANS RV-12IS prohibits aerobatic maneuvers and spins. It also lists a maximum crosswind of 11 kts and a maximum total wind of 30 kts.
What is the VANS RV-12IS Model Guide?
The VANS RV-12IS Model Guide is a model guide for the VANS RV-12IS, dated 2026.
What year was the VANS RV-12IS Model Guide published?
The VANS RV-12IS Model Guide — the VANS RV-12IS model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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In this document
Capacity and loading (checklist data)
The checklist lists 769.0 lb empty weight (that school's aircraft), 1320 lb maximum, and a 50 lb baggage limit. Fuel is 19.8 gal total, 15.8 gal usable in climbs. Oil is 3.2 qts of AeroShell Sport Plus 4, with 50/50 glycol/distilled water coolant. Weigh the actual airplane and use its own weight-and-balance data.
Limits and fuel
Checklist limits: max crosswind 11 kts, max total wind 30 kts. Aerobatics and spins are prohibited. Fuel is listed as 91 octane or higher mogas (preferred) or 100LL. The POH history notes added MOGAS restrictions and a normal fuel pressure range of 40.6 to 55.1 psi.
What to check when buying
Confirm the POH revision and that the stall speeds match Rev 10. Look for open service notices on the RV-12 Service Information page. Check the ELT, spar pins, and fuel system (gascolator, filters, vapor lock guidance). Tire pressures are listed as 25 psi main and 22 psi nose. Ask which engine, 912 iS or 912 ULS, and which avionics are fitted.
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Safety notes
- Aerobatic maneuvers and spins are prohibited per the checklist. Maximum crosswind is 11 kts.
- The checklist warns against an engine start below -25oC or above 50oC. Starter use is 10 seconds maximum, then wait 2 minutes.
- The POH revision history shows added egress hammer and emergency egress procedures. Make sure they are fitted and known.
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Full document text
VANS RV-12IS Model Guide VANS RV-12IS is a light sport aircraft (single-engine piston) from Van's Aircraft. Its Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) says it complies with ASTM F 2245 and is powered by a Rotax 912 iS (a 912 ULS version also appears in the manuals). The registry data and library specs are empty, so the figures below come from a flight-school checklist for the RV-12. Check them against the current POH before you buy. • Fuel tank holds 19.8 gal total, but only 15.8 gal is usable in climbs. Plan fuel with that in mind. • Checklist V-speeds: Vne 136, Vno 108, Vfe 82, Vy 75 kts. Stall speeds are 45 (Vs1) and 41 (Vso) kts. • Owners must follow Van's maintenance manual and service notices, and keep Van's updated with their contact details. • The POH is at Rev 14.1 and stall speeds were revised in Rev 10. Make sure the airplane's papers match the current revision. Capacity and loading (checklist data) The checklist lists 769.0 lb empty weight (that school's aircraft), 1320 lb maximum, and a 50 lb baggage limit. Fuel is 19.8 gal total, 15.8 gal usable in climbs. Oil is 3.2 qts of AeroShell Sport Plus 4, with 50/50 glycol/distilled water coolant. Weigh the actual airplane and use its own weight-and-balance data. Limits and fuel Checklist limits: max crosswind 11 kts, max total wind 30 kts. Aerobatics and spins are prohibited. Fuel is listed as 91 octane or higher mogas (preferred) or 100LL. The POH history notes added MOGAS restrictions and a normal fuel pressure range of 40.6 to 55.1 psi. What to check when buying Confirm the POH revision and that the stall speeds match Rev 10. Look for open service notices on the RV-12 Service Information page. Check the ELT, spar pins, and fuel system (gascolator, filters, vapor lock guidance). Tire pressures are listed as 25 psi main and 22 psi nose. Ask which engine, 912 iS or 912 ULS, and which avionics are fitted. Safety notes: • Aerobatic maneuvers and spins are prohibited per the checklist. Maximum crosswind is 11 kts. • The checklist warns against an engine start below -25oC or above 50oC. Starter use is 10 seconds maximum, then wait 2 minutes. • The POH revision history shows added egress hammer and emergency egress procedures. Make sure they are fitted and known.