BEECH D17S Staggerwing — Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing

Fleet & certification
- Built
- 1
- Origin
- US
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BE17 BE17 | — | 1,900 kg | 590 nm | 185 kt | 4 |
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Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing manuals & documents
17 documents for the Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing — Emergency Procedures · Airworthiness Directives · Service Bulletins · Normal Procedures · Performance Data · Type Certificate · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Parts Catalog · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This document serves as the Pilot's Operating Handbook for the Beechcraft D17S Staggerwing, a classic biplane known for its unique design and performance. The handbook provides essential information for pilots operating this aircraft, including specifications, performance data, and operational procedures. It highlights the Staggerwing's historical significance, technical features, and the nuances of flying this vintage aircraft. Pilots and aviation enthusiasts will find detailed insights into the aircraft's systems, performance capabilities, and maintenance requirements, ensuring safe and effective operation.
- Maximum speed: 212 mph @ 5,500 ft
- Cruise speed: 201 mph
- Takeoff distance over 50-ft obstacle: 620 ft
- Landing distance over 50-ft obstacle: 1,130 ft
- Maximum gross weight: 4,250 lbs
- Empty weight: 2,800 lbs
- Useful load: 1,450 lbs
Emergency Procedures
Airworthiness Directives
Service Bulletins
Normal Procedures
Performance Data
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Checklist
Flight Manual
Other Documents
- Type Acceptance Report TAR 4/21B/16 – Beech G17S20048 pages· 34 KB· via www.aviation.govt.nz
- Vintage Airplane199736 pages· 8.9 MB· via members.eaavintage.org
- Type Acceptance Report TAR 95/09 — BEECH D17S19968 pages· 38 KB· via www.aviation.govt.nz
- Official Publication of The Ninety-Nines, Inc.197444 pages· 2.5 MB· via www.ninety-nines.org
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Registered BEECH D17S Staggerwing aircraft
Individual BEECH D17S Staggerwing airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
How many Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing are there?
1 Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing are on the worldwide civil registry. This counts registered airframes, not total production.
What is the range of the Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing?
The Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing has a range of about 590 nautical miles.
How fast is the Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing?
The Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing cruises at around 185 knots.
What is the Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing's maximum take-off weight?
The Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing has a maximum take-off weight of 1,900 kg.
How many seats does the Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing have?
The Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing is typically configured for up to 4 occupants.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing?
The Beechcraft BEECH D17S Staggerwing uses ICAO type designator BE17.



