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N-numbers freeing up in January 2027

2,910 reserved N-numbers have FAA purge dates in January 2027. If the holder doesn't renew before the purge date, the FAA releases the tail back to the public — and anyone can reserve it for $10 a year.

A purge date is a scheduled release, not a guarantee: holders can renew right up to the date. Check any tail on its purge day to see if it actually freed up. From FAA data dated Oct 8, 2026.

Page 3 of 6 (500 tails per page, ordered by purge date).

Jan 8, 2027159 tails

Jan 9, 202798 tails

Jan 10, 202758 tails

Jan 11, 2027157 tails

Jan 12, 202728 tails

Want a specific tail instead?

Check any N-number against the FAA registry and reserved list — instantly see if it's available, taken, or reserved and when it frees up.