# Raven Industries RX6

- Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry)
- Registry code: 7480502
- Manufacturer (registry): RAVEN INDUSTRIES INC.
- Model: RX6
- Aircraft type: Balloon
- Category: Balloon
- Engines: None
- Seats: 1
- Weight class: Up to 12,499 lb
- Cruise speed: 60 mph
- Certification: Type certificated
- Data sheet: [TCDS A15CE](https://openairdocs.org/tcds/A15CE) (OpenAirDocs)
- Holder: Balloonacy LLC
- Registered aircraft: 10
- Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/raven-industries-rx6

Model codes come from the FAA registry's reference file. ADs are matched to them by model name and maker.

## ADs that may apply (OpenAirDocs)

Matched to this model by model name and maker. Each AD's applicability may narrow it by serial number, part number or equipment.

- [AD 2013-03-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2013-03-10): Hardware · Aeronaut Instruction Research Skysailor 105, Skysailor 90, 110C and 439 more. Effective Mar 19, 2013
- [AD 93-16-13](https://openairdocs.org/ad/93-16-13): Fuel Hose · Aerostar International 110P, 78C, 90C and 20 more. Effective Oct 15, 1993
- [AD 90-25-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/90-25-09): Suspension Cables · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, RX-8 and 8 more. Effective Jan 14, 1991
- [AD 86-10-11 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/86-10-11-R1): Fuel Supply Hose Assemblies · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, S-40A and 6 more. Effective Jul 10, 1986
- [AD 81-21-02 R1](https://openairdocs.org/ad/81-21-02-R1): Hook And Pile Fastener Tape · Aerostar International RX-6, RX-7, S-40A and 5 more. Effective Mar 8, 1984
- [AD 76-03-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/76-03-04): Gondola Liner · Aerostar International RX-6. Effective Feb 13, 1976
- [AD 75-19-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/75-19-04): Valve System · Aerostar International RX-6, S-40A, S-50A and 2 more. Effective Sep 17, 1975

## Information bulletins (advisory) (1)

- [SAIB CE-11-44](https://openairdocs.org/saib/CE-11-44): Fuel: Cylinder Strap Installation. Issued Jul 13, 2011

## Registered aircraft (10)

- [N1184R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1184R): [Clemons Pamela K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/CLEMONS%20PAMELA%20K), [Boone, IA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IA/Boone), S/N RX6-238
- [N1868R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1868R): [Durden Dewitt D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DURDEN%20DEWITT%20D), [Spanish Fort, AL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/AL/Spanish%20Fort), built 1978, S/N RX6-254
- [N1884R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1884R): [Burgess Richard L](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BURGESS%20RICHARD%20L), [Rio Rancho, NM](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/NM/Rio%20Rancho), built 1978, S/N RX6-266
- [N1894R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1894R): [Hawkins Richard D](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HAWKINS%20RICHARD%20D), [Tybee Island, GA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/GA/Tybee%20Island), S/N RX6-278
- [N1911R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N1911R): [Boylan Michael E](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/BOYLAN%20MICHAEL%20E), [Washington, IL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/IL/Washington), built 1978, S/N RX6-290
- [N3303X](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N3303X): [Ross Fred](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/ROSS%20FRED), [Hollywood, FL](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/FL/Hollywood), S/N RX6310
- [N5557N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5557N): [Schreiber-Beck Cynthia K](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/SCHREIBER-BECK%20CYNTHIA%20K), [Wahpeton, ND](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/ND/Wahpeton), built 1979, S/N RX6-346
- [N5562R](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5562R): [Kimmich Russ S](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/KIMMICH%20RUSS%20S), [Coronado, CA](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CA/Coronado), built 1979, S/N RX6-354
- [N5673N](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N5673N): [Hannibal Robert A](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/HANNIBAL%20ROBERT%20A), [Topeka, KS](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/KS/Topeka), built 1978, S/N RX6-306
- [N9803L](https://openairdocs.org/aircraft/N9803L): [Dekoevend Enterprises Inc](https://openairdocs.org/faa-owner/DEKOEVEND%20ENTERPRISES%20INC), [Fort Garland, CO](https://openairdocs.org/faa-place/CO/Fort%20Garland), built 1974, S/N RX6-107

## NTSB investigations (15)

From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported serial number, make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [NTSB LAX88LA276](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX88LA276), Jul 31, 1988: Raven RX-6 (N1183R), Sun City, CA, substantial damage
- [NTSB NYC84FNC05](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/NYC84FNC05), Jul 3, 1984: Raven RX 6 (N5568A), North Lebannon, ME, destroyed
- [NTSB FTW82DQA23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW82DQA23), Jul 25, 1982: Raven RX-6 (N1884R), Albuquerque, NM, no damage
- [NTSB FTW82FQA04](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/FTW82FQA04), Oct 11, 1981: Raven RX-6 (N8663L), Albuquerque, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN81DTE65](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN81DTE65), Aug 5, 1981: Raven RX-6 (N5557B), Golden, CO, no damage
- [NTSB LAX81DUJ28](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/LAX81DUJ28), Jan 10, 1981: Raven RX-6 (N8702L), Peoria, AZ, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN80FQA23](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN80FQA23), Mar 29, 1980: Raven RX-6 (N6396L), Albuquerque, NM, substantial damage
- [NTSB CHI79DEX37](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI79DEX37), Aug 15, 1979: Raven RX-7 (N5554S), Shelbyville, IN, destroyed
- [NTSB MKC79DTK18](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC79DTK18), Jul 10, 1979: Raven RX-6 (N1882R), Sioux Falls, SD, no damage
- [NTSB MIA78DLD53](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA78DLD53), Jun 11, 1978: Raven RX-6 (N7271L), Tampa, FL, destroyed
- [NTSB IAD77DLT03](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/IAD77DLT03), Apr 10, 1977: Raven RX6 (N1035R), Huntingdon, TN, substantial damage
- [NTSB MKC76FCD41](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MKC76FCD41), Apr 29, 1976: Raven RX-6 (N8671L), Carlisle, IA, destroyed
- [NTSB MIA76DKG56](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA76DKG56), Apr 18, 1976: Raven RX-6 (N8692L), Albany, GA, no damage
- [NTSB CHI76AC018](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CHI76AC018), Aug 26, 1975: Raven RX-6 (N7282L), Island Lake, IL, substantial damage
- [NTSB DEN75AD064](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN75AD064), Jun 28, 1975: Raven RX-6 (N1015R), Albuquerque, NM, no damage

## FAA accident and incident reports (26)

From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date, checked against the reported make and model; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model.

- [Incident 19890924053109I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19890924053109I), Sep 24, 1989: Raven RX6 (N5568K), Ft Calhoun, NE, Minor damage. Balloon contacted and broke powerline while coming in for landing. Pilot stated he did not see line.
- [Accident 19880731028339A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19880731028339A), Jul 31, 1988: Raven RX6 (N1183R), Hemet, CA, Substantial damage. Aborted landing. Began go around and hit wires. Balloon burned,fell to ground. Blamed wind gust. Wind reported calm
- [Incident 19850603032029I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19850603032029I), Jun 3, 1985: Raven RX6 (N6320L), South Bend, IN, Minor damage. Struck powerlines while attempting a landing in a parking lot.
- [Accident 19840702033069A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19840702033069A), Jul 2, 1984: Raven RX6 (N5568A), North Lebannon, ME, Destroyed. Propane tank ruptured during hard landing causing fire that injured pilot and burned balloon.
- [Accident 19820725033689A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820725033689A), Jul 25, 1982: Raven RX6 (N1884R), Albuquerque, NM. Ground crew member got leg under gondola during landing, resulting in broken leg. Wind was factor.
- [Incident 19820718041429I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820718041429I), Jul 18, 1982: Raven RX6 (N5701N), Fargo, ND, Minor damage. Balloon pilot turned off gas after finding gas leak. Landed in street, hitting tree and powerlines.
- [Incident 19820711035719I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19820711035719I), Jul 11, 1982: Raven RX6 (N1187R), Memphis, TN, Minor damage. Balloon on approach struck powerlines. Balloon received electrical flash damage and crew received minor burns.
- [Incident 19811111080839I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19811111080839I), Nov 11, 1981: Raven RX6 (N55561), Anchorage, AK. During landing, balloon touched powerline and pulled line into another, caused bright flash. Landed safely.
- [Accident 19811011066229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19811011066229A), Oct 11, 1981: Raven RX6 (N8663L), Albuquerque, NM, Substantial damage. Chased from landing area by property owner. Struck trees AD wires on takeoff. Mismanaged fuel and stuck valve.
- [Accident 19810805049479A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810805049479A), Aug 5, 1981: Raven RX6 (N5557B), Kittredge, CO. Strong surface wind slammed gondola into a ditch during landing. Pilot inexprienced in mountain flying.
- [Incident 19810711054229I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810711054229I), Jul 11, 1981: Raven RX6 (N5557C), Warren, RI. Zv passed over cattle at tree top level cattle stampeded thru a fence, cattle injured, crop damage.
- [Incident 19810608056749I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810608056749I), Jun 8, 1981: Raven RX6 (N9482L), Staten Island, NY. The pilot said he made a precautionary landing due to a problem with the propane burner valve.
- [Accident 19810110001919A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19810110001919A), Jan 10, 1981: Raven RX6 (N8702L), Peoria, AZ, Substantial damage. Landed in strong wind, drift towards power line. Tried go-around. Passenger vented balloon. Struck wires, jumped.
- [Incident 19800504043609I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800504043609I), May 4, 1980: Raven RX6 (N1026R), Palatine, IL, Minor damage. Balloon damaged by gusty wind after landing.
- [Accident 19800329009209A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19800329009209A), Mar 29, 1980: Raven RX6 (N6396L), Albuquerque, NM, Substantial damage. Practicing ground tracking at low altitude. Allowed balloon to drift into power line.
- [Incident 19791118044439I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19791118044439I), Nov 18, 1979: Raven RX6 (N1183R), Coalinga, CA, Minor damage. Balloon skirt struck powerlines during approach to landing. Instructor thought student saw lines.
- [Accident 19790815021349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790815021349A), Aug 15, 1979: Raven RX7 (N5554S), Shelbyville, IN, Destroyed. Balloon was being moved to edge of field after landing. Drifted into wires and burned.
- [Accident 19790710015819A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790710015819A), Jul 10, 1979: Raven RX6 (N1882R), Sioux Falls, SD. Balloon caught near thunderstorm encountered vertical up and down drafts. Pilot unable to overcome sink rate crashed
- [Incident 19790527028089I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790527028089I), May 27, 1979: Raven RX6 (N8671L), Lincoln, NE, Minor damage. Zk zl hot air balloon struck power lines during landing.
- [Incident 19790324011359I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19790324011359I), Mar 24, 1979: Raven RX6 (N1859R), Albuquerque, NM, Minor damage. Balloon partially collapsed due to turbulence. Began fast descent. Pilot "ripped" at 20 feet.
- [Accident 19780611026229A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19780611026229A), Jun 11, 1978: Raven S50/ (N7271L), Tampa, FL, Substantial damage. Hot air balloon equipped with propane heater. Wind was gusting to nots.
- [Accident 19770410007889A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19770410007889A), Apr 10, 1977: Raven RX6 (N1035R), Huntingdon, TN, Substantial damage. Boys grabbed gondola after liftoff. Hit poles
- [Accident 19760429010129A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760429010129A), Apr 29, 1976: Raven RX6 (N8671L), Carlisle, IA, Substantial damage
- [Accident 19760418010739A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19760418010739A), Apr 18, 1976: Raven RX6 (N8692L), Albany, GA. Pax in gondola made successful ldg. Pilot-fell fm ln durg mooring opns.
- [Accident 19750826030349A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750826030349A), Aug 26, 1975: Raven RX6 (N7282L), Island Lake, IL, Substantial damage. Propane burner assy RX-6 dwg.D-13180. Screw in blast valve came loose.
- [Accident 19750628018369A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/19750628018369A), Jun 28, 1975: Raven RX6 (N1015R), Albuquerque, NM. Pilot not wearing protective boots. Improper stance in gondola. Broke leg.

## STCs that may be installed (OpenAirDocs) (13)

Approved for this model: the STC's model list names it on its data sheet, or a series that includes it. In force first, then newest. The registry doesn't record which STCs an aircraft has.

- [STC SB09657RC](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB09657RC): Installation of Aircraft Position Lights. Albuquerque Balloon Center, Inc
- [STC SB04407AT](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB04407AT): Installation of the DBI-III Omega. Balloonacy, Ltd. LLC
- [STC SB917GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB917GL): Addition of a refueling adapter to the main fuel line. LTA Aviation Inc
- [STC SB00601NY](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB00601NY): Installation of Aerostat Envelopes model W-100-4 replacement envelope. DiGiovanni Ronald T
- [STC SA2738SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2738SW): Installation of an electric operated valve. John Terry
- [STC SB00407LA](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB00407LA): Installation of foam padded tank covers. John Terry
- [STC SA5469NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA5469NM): Installation of position light. Great American Balloon Co Inc
- [STC SA2758SW](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SA2758SW): Installation of revised deflation valve. AERCO
- [STC SL1572SO](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL1572SO): Replacement of envelope fabric. Head Balloons Inc
- [STC SB2299NM](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB2299NM): Installation of position lights. Kelly Nancy K
- [STC SL163GL](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SL163GL): Modification: Move the velcro 4 to6 inches back away from the lip of the deflation port. Enlarge deflation panel. Wiederkehr Matt H
- [STC SB9WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB9WE): Installation of a digital readout balloon envelope temperature indicator. Advanced Aircraft Components
- [STC SB4WE](https://openairdocs.org/stc/SB4WE): Installation of digital readout balloon envelope temperature indicator. Advanced Aircraft Components

## PMA parts (OpenAirDocs) (16)

Current parts manufacturer approvals (PMA): parts the FAA has approved companies to make as replacements or modifications. Each record lists its models as free text; OpenAirDocs matched them to this model on its data sheet, so check the FAA record before relying on it. Newest first.

- [P/N SAT-52934](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/F016F302F9BF91B986257D510058B55D.0001): Deflation Panel RX6/RX7 Spring Top. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52934 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-51982-7](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/ED200106207BCA2A86257D510058B4BE.0001): Deflation Panel RX6/RX7 Rip Top. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51982-7 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-51880-1](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D6F5E43A965C049186257D510058BDA5.0001): Spring Pocket Rect. 5/8 opening. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-1 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-17982](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/BF0AF5DE6063474E86257D510058AFF4.0001): Skirt RX6/7 HPII. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 17982 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-53114](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/9BA5B743A0997A6286257D510058B3CE.0001): Skirt Dipper RX6/RX7 ELS/ELSS. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 53114 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-52545](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/91870D2E41EB2F6586257D510058B23E.0001): Skirt Dipper RX6/RX7. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52545 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-51880-2](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/8C7CA2F43552825386257D510058BDCC.0001): Spring Pocket Rect. 7/8 opening. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-2 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-52957](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/5E1E9E2FCEE43D4A86257D510058B78D.0001): Deflation Panel RX6/RX7 Aerochute. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52957 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-51880-5](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/59CB9A82C9EEA8BB86257D510058BDF4.0001): Spring Pocket Back-up Rect.. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 51880-5 · Sep 10, 2014
- [P/N SAT-52948](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/11EFB5BA1D89129586257D510058B6C5.0001): Deflation Panel RX6/RX7 Parachute. SuperiAire Technologies · PMA PQ1047SW · Replaces P/N 52948 · Sep 10, 2014
- [ARP53115](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C44DD7816A302EAF86257BBA00482E38.0001): Cable Set, 4-point, RX6/RX7, Carabiner Steel [ELS]. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 53115 · Jul 7, 2013
- [ARP53116](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/3898702DA2979AD386257BBA00482E39.0001): Cable Set, 4-point, RX6/ RX7, Carabiner Kevlar [ELS]. Balloonacy ltd LLC · PMA PQ4173CE · Replaces 53116 · Jul 7, 2013
- [All parts noted on John Terry Master Drawing List TCC 001 as listed on Approved Model List SB00408LA](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/2F62196899E6528D8525704D004C82BC.0001): Tank Cover. Terry Associates · Modification part · Nov 6, 2000
- [All parts noted on MDL TCC 001 as listed on AML No. SB00408LA](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/C97689D806730C3A8525704D004C84D0.0001): Tank Cover. Terry Associates - Aerostatic Engineering · Modification part · Sep 2, 1997
- [RP105](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/CCE3289944F8E4728525703F004DD362.0001): Replacement Panel. Custom Nine Designs Inc · Replaces D-12600 Gores 1-12 Station 8-67.25 · Oct 5, 1994
- [Dwg 100-01](https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/1406C80067C79ECF8525703D006949BF.0001): Refueling Adaptor. Balloons Unlimited of Wis Inc · Modification part · Dec 12, 1993

## The same model under other registry codes

Amateur-built copies and renamed makers get their own codes.

- [Aerostar International RX-6](https://openairdocs.org/model/aerostar-international-rx-6): 1 registered aircraft, registry code 7486006
- [Mueller Doug RX6](https://openairdocs.org/model/mueller-doug-rx6): 0 registered aircraft, registry code 056263Y

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