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N557X V

Ray Robert G VANS ACFT RV-6 · 2006

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 056197R

Ray Robert G VANS ACFT RV-6
Engines: 1
Type: piston
Seats: 2
Category: Standard

Engine — CODE 42104

Manufacturer: Lycoming
Model: O-320-A3A
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 150 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N557X
Serial Number: 20864
Year Manufactured: 2006
ACFTREF Code: 056197R
Engine Code: 42104
Status: V (V)
Certification: 42
Type Aircraft: Fixed Wing Single Engine (4)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master
Kit Manufacturer: Vans Aircraft Inc
Kit Model: RV-6

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 51615571
ICAO 24-bit (hex): A71B79
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Registrant

Birkelbach Steven Wayne
12200 Massey Rd
Pilot Point, TX, 762583640
FAA Region: 2

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Feb 15, 2022
Airworthiness May 3, 2007
Expiration Feb 28, 2029
Last Activity Jul 18, 2023
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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