General Aviation
Beech Se17b
Manufacturer: BEECH
The Beechcraft Model 17 Staggerwing is an American biplane that first flew in 1932. It is noted for its unusual negative wing stagger— the lower wing is positioned forward of the upper wing— and its sleek, retractable landing gear. Designed as a fast, executive transport, it was also popular in air racing and served in various military roles during World War II. A total of 785 units were built, making it one of the most produced biplanes of its era.
Aircraft Facts
- Type Key
- beech-se17b
- Class
- General Aviation
- Registry Count
- 1
- Example Registration
- N18561
Specifications
- Wingspan
- 9.8 m / 32 ft
- Length
- 8.18 m / 26 ft
- Height
- 2.4 m / 8 ft
- Max Speed
- 341 km/h / 212 mph
- Cruise Speed
- 325 km/h / 202 mph
- Range
- 1078 km / 582 nmi
- Ceiling
- 7600 m / 25000 ft
- First Flight
- 1932-11-04
- Production Start
- 1933
- Production End
- 1949
- Total Built
- 785
Variants
- SE17B- 1 registrations - Example N18561