Models
| Model | Type | Registered | Valid | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 112 | Fixed wing single engine | 98 | 98 | 1972-1976 |
| 100 | Fixed wing single engine | 94 | 92 | 1965-1969 |
| 500-B | Fixed wing multi engine | 80 | 78 | 1960-1966 |
| 100-180 | Fixed wing single engine | 72 | 71 | 1968-1971 |
| S2R | Fixed wing single engine | 60 | 60 | 1968-1977 |
| 200D | Fixed wing single engine | 54 | 54 | 1966-1967 |
| 500 S | Fixed wing multi engine | 45 | 44 | 1968-1978 |
| 500-A | Fixed wing multi engine | 23 | 23 | 1960-1963 |
| CALLAIR A-9B | Fixed wing single engine | 23 | 23 | 1967-1971 |
| 690A | Fixed wing multi engine | 22 | 22 | 1974-1975 |
| 500 | Fixed wing multi engine | 12 | 12 | 1958-1960 |
| 520 | Fixed wing multi engine | 12 | 12 | 1952-1954 |
| 680 | Fixed wing multi engine | 12 | 11 | 1955-1958 |
| 680-F | Fixed wing multi engine | 11 | 10 | 1960-1965 |
| 560-A | Fixed wing multi engine | 10 | 10 | 1955-1956 |
| 680FL | Fixed wing multi engine | 10 | 10 | 1963-1969 |
| 685 | Fixed wing multi engine | 8 | 8 | 1972-1973 |
| CALLAIR A-9 | Fixed wing single engine | 7 | 7 | 1966-1971 |
| 560-F | Fixed wing multi engine | 6 | 5 | 1961-1965 |
| 681 | Fixed wing multi engine | 6 | 6 | 1969-1972 |
| 560-E | Fixed wing multi engine | 5 | 4 | 1957-1959 |
| 680FL P | Fixed wing multi engine | 5 | 5 | 1965-1965 |
| 600 S-2D | Fixed wing single engine | 5 | 5 | 1966-1967 |
| 680-E | Fixed wing multi engine | 4 | 4 | 1959-1959 |
| 680W | Fixed wing multi engine | 4 | 4 | 1968-1968 |
| 500-U | Fixed wing multi engine | 3 | 3 | 1966-1966 |
| 690 | Fixed wing multi engine | 3 | 3 | 1972-1976 |
| 560 | Fixed wing multi engine | 2 | 2 | 1955-1955 |
| 680T | Fixed wing multi engine | 2 | 2 | 1966-1966 |
| 680V | Fixed wing multi engine | 2 | 2 | 1966-1966 |
| DARTER 100/150 | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | 1968-1968 |
| 200 | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | 1966-1966 |
| 200E | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
| 680FP | Fixed wing multi engine | 1 | 1 | 1962-1962 |
| 720 | Fixed wing multi engine | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
| 1121 | Fixed wing multi engine | 1 | 1 | 1965-1965 |
| 1121A | Fixed wing multi engine | 1 | 1 | 1969-1969 |
| CALLAIR A-9A | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | 1971-1971 |
| CALLAIR B-1A | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | 1967-1967 |
Aero Commander aircraft in the FAA registry
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) maintains a comprehensive record of United States-registered aircraft, providing a clear view of the Aero Commander fleet currently in the registry. As of October 16, 2026, there are 712 registered aircraft under the manufacturer name "AERO COMMANDER." Of these, 701 are valid registrations, covering 39 distinct models. This data reflects the enduring presence of these aircraft in US airspace, ranging from single-engine fixed-wing planes to multi-engine turboprops.
Fleet Composition and Production History
The majority of these aircraft were manufactured between 1953 and 1975, with half built in 1968 or earlier. The fleet consists of 416 fixed-wing single-engine aircraft and 296 fixed-wing multi-engine aircraft. Powerplants are predominantly reciprocating engines, with 671 aircraft using this type, while 39 are equipped with turboprop engines. In terms of airworthiness, 592 aircraft hold a standard class certificate, and 94 are classified as restricted.
Geographically, the highest concentrations of registered Aero Commander aircraft are found in Florida (60), Texas (59), and California (52). This distribution highlights the operational reach of these aircraft across the United States.
Top Registered Models and Type Certificates
The most numerous models in the registry include the 112, with 97 aircraft built between 1972 and 1975, and the 100, with 94 aircraft built between 1966 and 1969. Other significant models are the 500-B (85 aircraft, built 1960–1966), the 100-180 (71 aircraft, built 1968–1971), the S2R (60 aircraft, built 1968–1974), and the 200D (54 aircraft, built 1966–1967).
Type certificate data sheets (TCDS) provide the technical basis for these models. For instance, TCDS A12SO, held by Commander Aircraft Corporation, covers the 112 model. TCDS 6A1, held by Twin Commander Aircraft LLC, covers the 500-B model. Each registered aircraft has a specific N-number record, and detailed specifications are available for each model.
Aero Commander was formed in 1944 and later became a subsidiary of Rockwell International and Gulfstream Aerospace. The company ceased aircraft production in 1986.
Figures from the FAA registry file as of Oct 16, 2026. Company background: Wikipedia, Aero Commander.