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N-numbers freeing up in May 2027

3,817 reserved N-numbers have FAA purge dates in May 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 7, 2026.

Page 6 of 8 (500 tails per page, ordered by purge date).

May 20, 20275 tails

May 21, 2027223 tails

May 22, 202786 tails

May 23, 2027186 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.