Models
| Model | Type | Registered | Valid | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DREAM MACHINE | Powered parachute | 93 | 92 | 1995-2008 |
| BREEZE | Powered parachute | 17 | 17 | 2002-2014 |
| DREAM MACHINE 582 | Powered parachute | 9 | 9 | 1997-2007 |
| 582 DREAM MACHINE | Powered parachute | 6 | 6 | 1994-2000 |
| BREEZE LX | Powered parachute | 5 | 5 | 2004-2006 |
| SKYHAWK | Powered parachute | 4 | 4 | 2001-2007 |
| DM 582 | Powered parachute | 3 | 3 | 1998-2000 |
| 582 DM | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 1998-1998 |
| B2K ENDEVOUR | Weight-shift control | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
| DREAM 582 DCDI | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 1996-1996 |
| POWERED PARACHUTE | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 1996-1996 |
| FALCON | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 1997-1997 |
| DREAM MACHINE II | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 1999-1999 |
| 503 | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 1999-1999 |
| PPC 2 PLACE 503 | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 1997-1997 |
| DM | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 2000-2000 |
| BUCKEYE DREAMMACHINE | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
| BREEZE 2003 | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
| DREAM | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 2007-2007 |
| DREAM MACHINE 1997 | Powered parachute | 1 | 1 | 1997-1997 |
Buckeye Industries aircraft in the FAA registry
Buckeye Industries, also known as Buckeye Aviation, was an American aircraft manufacturer based in Argos, Indiana. The company was one of the leading manufacturers of powered parachutes and produced some models of ultralight trikes. One model, the single-seat Buckeye Eagle, could be flown as either a powered parachute or equipped with a hang glider-style wing and flown as an ultralight trike.
Fleet Overview and Registration Data
Data from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) registry, current as of 2026-10-16, lists 150 registered Buckeye Industries aircraft under the registry manufacturer name "BUCKEYE." There are 20 distinct models, with 149 valid registrations. Most of these aircraft are powered parachutes. The majority were built between 1995 and 2008, and half were built in 2000 or earlier. Airworthiness classes include experimental (136) and light-sport (2).
The registry also lists this company's aircraft under other manufacturer names, each with its own page: "BUCKEYE AVIATION" has 74 aircraft.
Top Models and Geographic Distribution
The most registered model is the DREAM MACHINE, with 93 aircraft built between 1995 and 2007. It has two seats. Other notable models include the BREEZE (17 aircraft, built 2002 to 2014, two seats), DREAM MACHINE 582 (9 aircraft, built 1997 to 2007, two seats), 582 DREAM MACHINE (6 aircraft, two seats), BREEZE LX (5 aircraft, two seats), and SKYHAWK (4 aircraft, two seats).
The states with the most registrations are Michigan (16), Tennessee (14), and Texas (10).
The FAA registry also lists this company's aircraft as BUCKEYE AVIATION.
Figures from the FAA registry file as of Oct 16, 2026. Company background: Wikipedia, Buckeye Industries.