# Ryan NAVION - Type: Aircraft model (FAA registry) - Registry code: 6150160 - Manufacturer (registry): RYAN - Model: NAVION - Aircraft type: Fixed wing single engine - Engines: 1 - Seats: 4 - Data sheet: TCDS A-782 - Registered aircraft: 170 - Page: https://openairdocs.org/model/ryan-navion ## ADs that may apply - [AD 2022-03-15](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2022-03-15): Fuel Quantity Indicator · Garmin G3X Touch Electronic Flight Instrument System (STC SA01899WI). Effective Mar 21, 2022 - [AD 2008-05-14](https://openairdocs.org/ad/2008-05-14): Fuel system · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C), Navion B, Navion D and 5 more. Effective Apr 16, 2008 - [AD 96-12-22](https://openairdocs.org/ad/96-12-22): Full Flow Engine Oil Adapter · Bellanca CH-300 Pacemaker, 120, 140 and 361 more. Effective Jul 31, 1996 - [AD 79-07-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/79-07-02): Batteries · Aircraft Parts & Development A, A-2, A-3 and 149 more. Effective Apr 3, 1979 - [AD 68-20-06](https://openairdocs.org/ad/68-20-06): Rudder Horn Inspection · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C), Navion B, Navion D and 5 more. Effective Oct 3, 1968 - [AD 62-03-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/62-03-03): Landing Gear Selector Valve Fitting · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C), Navion B, Navion D and 4 more. Effective Mar 6, 1962 - [AD 63-21-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/63-21-05): Main and Nose Retraction Links · American Navion Society D-16, D-16A, 480 and 8 more - [AD 59-06-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/59-06-04): Hydraulic Actuating Cylinders · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C), Navion B and 1 more - [AD 56-03-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/56-03-03): Wing Rear Spar Fitting Inspection · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) and Navion B - [AD 55-01-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/55-01-01): Fuselage Frame Cracks · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) and Navion B - [AD 54-18-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/54-18-01): Wing-to-Fuselage Attachment · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) and Navion B - [AD 53-08-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/53-08-01): Horizontal Stabilizer Fitting · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) and Navion B - [AD 52-26-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-26-01): Stabilizer Spar Web · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) and Navion B - [AD 52-24-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/52-24-01): Aileron Control Chain Guard · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) and Navion B - [AD 51-07-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/51-07-01): Throttle Housing · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) and Navion B - [AD 50-10-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-10-02): Air Intake Hose · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A), Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) and Navion B - [AD 50-05-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/50-05-02): Push-Pull Controls · Textron 35, A35, Push-Pull Controls and 1 more - [AD 49-28-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-28-01): Unsatisfactory Spinner · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) and Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) - [AD 49-12-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-12-02): Fuel Pumps · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) and Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) - [AD 49-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-11-01): Carter Fuel Pump Rework · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) and Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) - [AD 49-09-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-09-02): Booster Pump Rework · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) and Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) - [AD 49-05-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/49-05-03): Continental Engines Bearing Inserts · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) and Navion A (Army L-17B and L-17C) - [AD 48-29-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-29-01): Fuel Pump Drain · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 48-08-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-08-03): Fuel Valve Control Support Clip · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 48-06-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/48-06-03): Hartzell Propeller Blade Inspection · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-31-03](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-31-03): Fuel Drain Cock · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-31-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-31-02): Carburetor Vapor Return Line · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-31-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-31-01): Nose Gear Hydraulic Actuating Cylinder Lines · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-21-10](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-21-10): Propeller Guide Pin Dowel · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-21-09](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-21-09): Hydraulic System Modifications · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-21-08](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-21-08): Generator Terminal Stud Insulator · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-21-07](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-21-07): Carburetor Air Intake Scoop Filler Strip · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-21-05](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-21-05): Propeller Control Friction Lock · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-21-04](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-21-04): Fuel Scupper Drain Line · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-11-02](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-11-02): Hartzell Propeller Blade Rework · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) - [AD 47-11-01](https://openairdocs.org/ad/47-11-01): Rudder-Nose Gear Steering Bellcrank · Sierra Hotel Aero Navion (Army L-17A) ## NTSB investigations (104, newest 10) From the NTSB's public API. Aircraft are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [NTSB WPR26LA229](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR26LA229), Jun 23, 2026: Ryan Navion (N4583K), Bismarck, MO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot’s failure to remove the maintenance spacer before takeoff, which resulted in restricted flight control movement and a loss of control. - [NTSB WPR18LA144](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR18LA144), May 21, 2018: Ryan Navion (N4356K), Jasper, AL, substantial damage. Probable cause: The other pilot's failure to maintain clearance from another airplane in the formation flight due to sun glare. - [NTSB GAA16CA317](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/GAA16CA317), Jun 13, 2016: Ryan Navion (N4171K), McMinnville, OR, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's failure to replace the oil filler cap following the preflight inspection, which resulted in a loss of engine oil and engine power, an emergency landing, and impact with terrain. - [NTSB WPR14LA337](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR14LA337), Aug 10, 2014: Ryan Navion (N4533K), Fresno, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: A partial loss of engine power for reasons that could not be determined because postaccident examination did not reveal any anomalies that would have precluded normal operation. - [NTSB CEN13LA199](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/CEN13LA199), Mar 15, 2013: Ryan Navion (N4276K), Broomfield, CO, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight planning and decision to take off at a high density altitude and in gusting wind conditions. - [NTSB WPR12LA070](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR12LA070), Dec 27, 2011: Ryan Navion (N4398K), Concord, CA, substantial damage. Probable cause: The pilot's inadequate preflight inspection of the airplane and the subsequent total loss of engine power as a result of debris and water contamination in the fuel system. - [NTSB ERA09LA532](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/ERA09LA532), Sep 20, 2009: Ryan Navion (N4467K), Fire Island, NY, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power during cruise flight due to fuel starvation as a result of a deteriorated fuel gasket. - [NTSB WPR09CA092](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/WPR09CA092), Jan 19, 2009: Ryan Navion (N4443K), Three Forks, MT, substantial damage. Probable cause: A total loss of engine power due to fuel starvation as a result of the pilot's inadequate fuel system management. Contributing to the accident were the pilot's diverted attention and failure to… - [NTSB DEN08LA015](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/DEN08LA015), Oct 20, 2007: Ryan Navion (N5104K), Santa Fe, NM, substantial damage. Probable cause: A leak in the fuel selector valve and gascolator that resulted in fuel starvation during takeoff. Contributing to the accident was a lack of suitable terrain for a forced landing. - [NTSB MIA07LA043](https://openairdocs.org/ntsb/MIA07LA043), Jan 23, 2007: Ryan Navion (N4456K), Marco Island, FL, substantial damage. Probable cause: A reported loss of engine power shortly after takeoff for undetermined reasons. All 104: https://openairdocs.org/model/ryan-navion/ntsb ## FAA accident and incident reports (109, newest 10) From the FAA Accident/Incident Data System. Reports are matched to registry aircraft by N-number and event date; the registry's history has gaps, so older matches can be wrong. Compare the reported make and model. - [Accident 20260623007809A](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260623007809A), Jun 23, 2026: Ryan NAVION (N4583K), Bismarck, MO, Substantial damage. Pilot disclosed leaving homemade gust lock on the pilot control yoke resulting in inability to effectively control the aircraft. - [Incident 20260504005589I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260504005589I), May 4, 2026: Ryan NAVION (N4328K), Arlington, WA, Minor damage. Student departed kawo after completion of flight review ground. CFI (PIC) observed student correctly use a checklist and verify function of the gear indicator… - [Incident 20260501005119I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20260501005119I), May 1, 2026: Ryan NAVION (N4383K), Chester, CT, Minor damage. On 05/01/2026, at approximately 10:55 a.m. EDT, a Ryan Navion aircraft, operated by the owner as pilot in command (PIC), sustained damage to the lower… - [Incident 20240719013329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20240719013329I), Jul 19, 2024: Ryan NAVION (N4549K), East Troy, WI, Minor damage. Pilot stated that during the take off just after rotation the engine cowl door came open. The pilot was able to put the aircraft back down on the runway but… - [Incident 20231119021669I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20231119021669I), Nov 19, 2023: Ryan NAVION (N956TD), Lagrangeville, NY, Minor damage. Pilot was repositioning from one parking spot to another parking spot. Added power during turn and momentarily lost control. Right wing impacted parked car. - [Incident 20230526008289I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230526008289I), May 26, 2023: Ryan NAVION (N301), Moriarty, NM, Minor damage. On may 26, 2023, at approximately 03:15 p.m. MDT, a Ryan Navion, departed the runway shortly after landing at Moriarty Municipal Airport, new Mexico (0E0)… - [Incident 20230127000559I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20230127000559I), Jan 27, 2023: Ryan NAVION (N4383K), Willimantic, CT, Minor damage. The pilot stated he made a normal approach and landing (60 mph) on runway 9. On rollout at approx. 30MPH the nose gear slowly retracted. The propeller struck… - [Incident 20220813014549I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20220813014549I), Aug 13, 2022: Ryan NAVION (N4581K), Moriarty, NM, Minor damage. On August 13, 2022, at approximately 1400 MDT, a Ryan Navion, a single engine land airplane, [privacy data omitted] was on a pleasure flight from Moriarty… - [Incident 20200108003329I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20200108003329I), Jan 8, 2020: Ryan NAVION (N4188K), Statesboro, GA, Minor damage. On Wednesday January 8, 2020, at approximately 4:45 p.m. eastern daylight time, a 1948 Ryan, model: Navion with registration N4188K sustained minor damage as a… - [Incident 20180630008919I](https://openairdocs.org/incident/20180630008919I), Jun 30, 2018: Ryan NAVION (N4791K), Monticello, NY, Minor damage. 06/30/2018, At approx. 1315Z, N4791K, a Navion, landed with the gear up at Monticello (kmsv). No injuries occurred. The aircraft suffered minor damage to… All 109: https://openairdocs.org/model/ryan-navion/incidents ## Complete lists - aircraft: 170, https://openairdocs.org/model/ryan-navion/aircraft - ads: 36, https://openairdocs.org/model/ryan-navion/ads - incidents: 109, https://openairdocs.org/model/ryan-navion/incidents --- From OpenAirDocs.org, an independent open copy of FAA data. Only the Federal Register edition on govinfo.gov is the official legal text of an AD.