Ryan ST-A Special
The Real Aircraft
The Ryan ST-A (Sport Trainer) was an American low-wing monoplane designed by T. Claude Ryan and built by the Ryan Aeronautical Company in the 1930s. It became one of the most successful sport and training aircraft of its era, with its distinctive streamlined design and excellent handling characteristics.
Key Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Ryan Aeronautical Company
- First Flight: 1934
- Type: Two-seat sport trainer
- Engine: Menasco C4 inline (125-150 hp)
- Cruise Speed: 200 km/h (125 mph)
- Range: 800 km (500 miles)
- Ceiling: 5,500 m (18,000 ft)
The Ryan ST series gained fame when variants were adopted by the U.S. military as the PT-20/PT-21/PT-22 Recruit primary trainers during World War II. The aircraft’s responsive controls and forgiving flight characteristics made it ideal for introducing new pilots to aviation.
The Simulation
The A1R Design Bureau Ryan ST-A Special brings this classic 1930s trainer to Microsoft Flight Simulator with meticulous attention to period-accurate details and authentic flight dynamics.
Features:
- Highly detailed period-accurate 3D model
- Custom flight dynamics capturing vintage handling
- Authentic cockpit instrumentation
- Multiple livery options
- Compatible with MSFS 2020/2024
Developer: A1R Design Bureau
Developer
For more vintage and classic aircraft, visit the A1R Design Bureau developer page.
See Also
- A1R Design Bureau Mini Imp - Another A1R classic
- A1R Design Bureau Chilton DW-A1 - British light aircraft