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N985R V

Grumman G-21A · 1951

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Aircraft Type — ACFTREF 3951204

Grumman G-21A
Engines: 2
Type: piston
Seats: 8
Cruise: 130 KTAS
Category: Experimental

Engine — CODE 52008

Manufacturer: P&W
Model: R-985 SERIES
Type: Reciprocating (Piston)
Horsepower: 450 HP

FAA Registration Record

N-Number: N985R
Serial Number: B-86
Year Manufactured: 1951
ACFTREF Code: 3951204
Engine Code: 52008
Status: V (V)
Certification: 1
Type Aircraft: Fixed Wing Multi Engine (5)
Type Engine: Reciprocating (Piston) (1)
Source: master

Transponder / ADS-B

Mode S (octal): 53337456
ICAO 24-bit (hex): ADBF2E
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Registrant

Collings Foundation Inc Dba
568 Main St
Hudson, MA, 017493027
FAA Region: Western
Additional Names
AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM

Key Dates

Certificate Issued Dec 12, 2019
Airworthiness Jun 1, 1954
Expiration Dec 31, 2029
Last Activity Sep 22, 2023
Data as of Jun 8, 2026

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