Van's Aircraft RV-12IS Pre-Buy Checklist
Experimental · 112 active
Purchase Price
$30K-$200K
Prebuy Items
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ADs
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Insurance
$3,001
per year (experienced)
Safety Record (NTSB)
Public incident data · 1982-2025
1
Total Incidents
1
Accidents
0
Fatal
8.9
Per 1K Fleet
Raw public data from NTSB. Not a safety grade. Compare with fleet size and hours flown.
Purchase Price by Year
1970-1979
$27K-$51K
1980-1989
$36K-$70K
1990-1999
$48K-$93K
2000-2009
$66K-$128K
2010-2019
$91K-$175K
2020-present
$121K-$233K
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Van's Aircraft RV-12IS cost?
Typical purchase price: $30K-$200K
What should I check before buying a Van's Aircraft RV-12IS?
Have a qualified A&P mechanic perform a thorough pre-buy inspection of the airframe, engine, avionics, and logbooks.
How much is insurance for a Van's Aircraft RV-12IS?
Experienced pilots: $3,001-$3,669/year.
Are there any known issues with the Van's Aircraft RV-12IS?
Check FAA airworthiness directives and type club resources for known issues.
Cost Summary
Purchase$30K-$200K
Annual Fixed$6,201/yr
Hourly Variable$38.35/hr
5-Year Total$80K-$303K
Engine
ModelROTAX 912 IS
Power100 HP
TBO2,000 hrs
Overhaul$10,000-$16,000
Disclaimer
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always hire a qualified A&P mechanic for a professional pre-buy inspection. Data sourced from FAA records and industry benchmarks.