Ryan Navion Rangemaster
Ryan Navion · United States · first flew 1961 · light aircraft
The Navion Rangemaster is a stretched, high-performance derivative of the Ryan Navion designed for cross-country touring with extended fuel tanks and a more powerful engine.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × piston, nose-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 8.38 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- long-range touring monoplane with large fuel capacity
- low-wing four-seater with wide cabin
- retractable tricycle undercarriage
Distinguished from earlier Navions by its longer fuselage and prominent fuel-tank fairings; the swept fin and large cabin windows are consistent across the family.
Specifications
- The Ryan Navion Rangemaster has a length of 8.38 m (27 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.59 m (35 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 322 km/h (200 mph).
- Typical crew: 1–2.
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History
Developed from the Ryan Navion (itself derived from the North American Navion), the Rangemaster appeared in the early 1960s and was produced by the Navion Aircraft Corporation after Ryan exited general aviation. It targeted owners wanting a capable, long-range single.
Variants
The series evolved through improved fuel capacity variants and minor engine changes; the H model is the most frequently encountered version with up to 1,100 nautical miles of range.
Where you'll see it
Operated predominantly by private owners in the United States, the Rangemaster remained popular on the used market for decades thanks to its sturdy construction and long legs.
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