Beechcraft Model D17S Staggerwing

Overview

• The Beechcraft Model D17S Staggerwing is a high-performance biplane introduced in the 1930s, featuring a 450 hp Pratt & Whitney engine, retractable landing gear, luxurious cabin, and advanced aerodynamic design and performance. With Art Deco-era elegance it remains a standout example of early executive aviation.

  Beechcraft Model D17S Staggerwing

  Beech Staggerwing

Specifications

• Powerplant

  Pratt & Whitney R-985, 450 hp

• Propellers

• Length

  26 ft 10 in

• Height

  8 ft

• Wingspan

  32 ft

• Wing Area

• Wing loading

• Power loading

• Cabin Width

• Empty Weight

  2,540 lb

• Maximum gross weight

  4,250 lb

• Useful load

• Payload with full fuel

• Fuel capacity

  170 gal

• Baggage capacity

Performance

• Takeoff distance ground roll

  1,130 ft

• Takeoff distance over 50-ft obstacle

• Rate of climb sea level

  1,500 fpm

• Service ceiling

  19,800 ft

• Landing distance over 50-ft obstacle

• Landing distance ground roll

• Cruise speed/endurance w/45-min rsv, std fuel (fuel consumption, ea engine) @ 75% power, best economy

  202 mph

• Range

  582 nm

Limiting and Recommended Airspeeds

• V_X

• V_Y

  1,400 fpm

• V_NE

• V_S1

• V_SO

  60 mph

For more information, contact Textron Aviation (Beechcraft) at or via https://beechcraft.txtav.com/

All specifications are based on manufacturer's calculations. All performance figures are based on standard day, standard atmosphere, sea level, gross weight conditions unless otherwise noted.