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2018 Van's Aircraft RV-8Experimental Aircraft • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

This 2018 Vans RV-8, registered as VH-YKY, is a low-time example with just 177 hours total time on the airframe and engine. Powered by a Lycoming IO-360-M1B producing 180 horsepower, the aircraft is paired with a Sensenich 72FM859-1 propeller. The engine has a TBO of 1,800 hours, while the propeller’s recommended TBO is 2,000 hours.

Constructed in 2018 and first registered in Australia that same year, the aircraft is currently owned by Todd Kelly. It is based in Melbourne, Victoria, and its next annual inspection is due on August 14, 2026. The listing price is $141,513 USD.

Year
2018
Make
Van's Aircraft
Series
RV-8
Model
RV-8
Tail #
VH-YKY
Serial #
83012

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Specifications

Category
Experimental
Intended Use
Recreational

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time
177 hrs
Engine 1 Time
177 hrs
Prop 1 Time
177 hrs

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1
Engine Make
Lycoming
Engine Model
IO-360-M1B
Engine Power
180 HP
Propeller Model
Sensenich 72FM859-1 (85)

Asking Price

$141,513

Aircraft Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Listing Details

Used
For Sale

Price History

Jun 25, 2026: $141,513(-$22,457) - controller

May 1, 2026: $163,970(+$1,064) - controller

Apr 25, 2026: $162,906(+$2,326) - controller

+4 more price changes

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First Seen: Jan 28, 2026

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Asking Price

$141,513