Models
| Model | Type | Registered | Valid | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAVION | Fixed wing single engine | 170 | 168 | 1946-1959 |
| NAVION A | Fixed wing single engine | 115 | 114 | 1946-1958 |
| NAVION B | Fixed wing single engine | 68 | 67 | 1946-1952 |
| NAVION L-17B | Fixed wing single engine | 3 | 3 | ?-? |
| NAVION G | Fixed wing single engine | 3 | 3 | 1962-1962 |
| NAVION D | Fixed wing single engine | 2 | 2 | 1950-1950 |
| M-1 | Fixed wing single engine | 2 | 2 | 1926-1926 |
| M-2 | Fixed wing single engine | 2 | 2 | ?-? |
| NAVION E | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
| NAVION NAV 4 | Fixed wing single engine | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
Ryan aircraft in the FAA registry
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) registry lists 367 registered aircraft under the manufacturer name "RYAN". These entries represent a distinct fleet of fixed-wing, single-engine aircraft powered by reciprocating engines. The data reflects the registry status as of 2026-10-16. Of the 367 total registrations, 363 are currently valid. The fleet spans ten distinct models, with the majority of aircraft built between 1946 and 1962. Half of these aircraft were constructed in 1948 or earlier.
Registered Ryan Aircraft Models and Distribution
The Navion family dominates the registry. The NAVION model accounts for 170 aircraft, built between 1946 and 1950, with a seating capacity of four. The NAVION A variant includes 115 aircraft produced from 1947 to 1950, seating five passengers. The NAVION B variant comprises 68 aircraft built from 1947 to 1952, also seating five. Smaller numbers of specialized variants remain registered, including three NAVION L-17B aircraft, three NAVION G aircraft, and two NAVION D aircraft.
Geographic distribution shows significant concentration in specific states. California holds the highest number of registrations with 42 aircraft, followed by Texas with 33, and Washington with 23. The airworthiness classification for this fleet is primarily standard, with 352 aircraft holding this status. Four aircraft are registered under the experimental class.
Type Certificate Data Sheets (TCDS)
Type certificate data sheets (TCDS) provide the technical specifications for these models. The TCDS A-782, held by Sierra Hotel Aero Inc., covers the NAVION, NAVION A, NAVION B, and NAVION G models. This certificate defines the approved design and manufacturing standards for these specific variants. Each registered Ryan aircraft has a unique N-number record in the FAA database. Users can look up specific Ryan N-numbers to verify registration details. The registry data allows buyers, spotters, and aviation students to trace the history and current status of these historic aircraft.
Figures from the FAA registry file as of Oct 16, 2026.