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N-numbers freeing up in October 2026

3,205 reserved N-numbers have FAA purge dates in October 2026. 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 Jul 2, 2026.

Page 6 of 7 (500 tails per page, ordered by purge date).

Oct 27, 202662 tails

Oct 28, 2026214 tails

Oct 29, 202654 tails

Oct 30, 2026170 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.