Built for the Way You Fly
RANS engineers distinctive all-metal and high-performance sport aircraft for pilots, kit builders, backcountry exploration, and personal aviation adventure.
S-21 Outbound
High-Performance All-Metal Backcountry & Cross-Country AircraftThe S-21 Outbound is RANS's premier all-metal high-wing aircraft, engineered for rugged backcountry STOL performance without sacrificing cross-country speed, payload, or cabin comfort.
Published figures vary with engine, propeller, configuration, loading, and conditions.
Find the RANS for Your Mission
The S-21, S-20, and S-7S are current-production models. S-19 availability is limited to parts and kit-completion sales.
Published planning figures are shown for comparison; actual performance varies by engine, propeller, configuration, loading, conditions, and pilot technique.
S-21 Outbound
All-metal high-wing aircraft for backcountry utility and cross-country travel.
- Useful load
- 815 lbs
- Cruise
- 155 mph
S-20 Raven
Side-by-side high-wing aircraft with taildragger and tricycle configurations.
- Useful load
- 580 lbs
- Cruise
- 112 mph
S-7S Courier
Tandem-seat high-wing aircraft with a long-running backcountry role.
- Useful load
- 588 lbs
- Cruise
- 110 mph
S-19 Venterra
Low-wing aluminum aircraft currently limited to parts and kit-completion sales.
- Useful load
- 500 lbs
- Cruise
- 136 mph
Aircraft, Kits & Support from Hays, Kansas
RANS aircraft and kits are manufactured in the United States. Model-specific manuals, factory technical assistance, searchable safety information, and legacy-document paths support builders and owners throughout the aircraft lifecycle.
RANS Fly-In & Open House
Visit the RANS factory in Hays, Kansas for tours, demonstration flights when weather permits, a rudder workshop, seminars, and time with other RANS owners and builders.
Talk with RANS
Contact the Hays factory for aircraft availability, kit quotes, visits, or general questions. Technical and build questions should include the aircraft model, serial number, and relevant photographs.