Kitfox Ranking

[jiott]

I have mentioned to friends that Kitfox is the #2 kit supplier (based on total number flying) in the world, with Van's RV being #1. I would just like some confirmation that this is true. I don't want to spread any mis-information.

[avidflyer]

Did a quick search on FAA site, and using Vans RV I got 2103 listings, using Kitfox I got 1693. That list is for aircraft with an N number. Not nessasarly an airwothness cert. JImChuk

[Slyfox]

I think that's wrong for the rv. I think the number is much higher.

[avidflyer]

Well see for yourself then. Here is the link.

http://registry.faa.gov/aircraftinqu...NS+RV&PageNo=1

This is not to say these are the only RVs built, just the ones that came up when I searched the FAA site for Rans RV. JImChuk

[Slyfox]

http://www.vansaircraft.com/index.htm
vans is listing over 9000 on their Hobbs meter in the lower right corner.

[efwd]

you two may be referencing different numbers in that the FAA registries are only the ones in the U.S. and still on the books. While Vans is reporting completions not only in the U.S. I do believe.
Eddie

[jiott]

I think we all agree that Vans RV is #1, but who is #2 worldwide? Is the #2 spot uncontested or are several companies close? Maybe John McB can put numbers to this.