When a plain-vanilla Van’s RV-6 isn’t enough, you can always beef up the empennage and stuff a big 300-HP IO-540 engine in the cowling and have bragging rights to 225 MPH. That’s exactly what builder Steve Barnes did and for this AVweb exclusive Cool Planes segment from AirVenture 2025, Barnes gave us a walkaround tour at the show.
AirVenture 2025 Cool Planes: Barnes’ Stormer RV-6
The speedy RV-6 wasn't quite enough for Steve Barnes so he beefed it up and gave it an extra kick.
Key Takeaways:
- Steve Barnes extensively modified a standard Van's RV-6 aircraft.
- Key modifications included beefing up the empennage and installing a powerful 300-HP IO-540 engine.
- These enhancements allow the customized RV-6 to achieve an impressive top speed of 225 MPH.
- The unique aircraft was featured in an AVweb "Cool Planes" segment at AirVenture 2025.
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