The Beechcraft D17 (ICAO type BE17) is an aircraft of United States origin. It has a maximum take-off weight of 1,900 kg. It offers a maximum range of 590 nm, a cruise speed of 185 knots, a service ceiling of 20,000 ft and seating for up to 4 across its variants.
Beechcraft D17
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 135
- Active
- 135
- Origin
- United States
2 for sale right now
Per-variant specifications
The FAA paperwork
TCDS A-649 · Rev 1 · issued 1996-04-15
- MTOW
- 1,930 kg
- Seats
- 5 passengers
- Fuel
- 386 L
Same as D17S except for landing gear.
Type Certificate No. 649 (Aero. Bulletin 7A requirements)
Where to look next
Beechcraft D17 market & fleet intelligence
Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Beechcraft D17 fleet — updated daily.
83 yearsmedian age
Of the 107 registered Beechcraft D17 with a known build year (79% of the 135 we track), the median age is 83 years.
6changed registration in 12 months
6 of the 135 registered Beechcraft D17 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (4% of the fleet), across 6 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.
Beechcraft D17 manuals & documents
10 documents for the Beechcraft D17 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Flight Manual · Parts Catalog · Other Documents · Emergency Procedures · Airworthiness Directives · Wiring Diagram. 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
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Flight Manual
Parts Catalog
Other Documents
Emergency Procedures
Airworthiness Directives
Wiring Diagram
Documents are sourced from publicly available references. Sprinkle does not host OEM-restricted materials; if you are a rights-holder and want a document removed, email .
What is the range of the Beechcraft D17?
The Beechcraft D17 has a maximum range of 590 nautical miles across variants.
How many people can the Beechcraft D17 carry?
The Beechcraft D17 seats up to 4 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Beechcraft D17?
The Beechcraft D17's maximum take-off weight is 1,900 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Beechcraft D17?
The Beechcraft D17's ICAO type designator is BE17.
How many Beechcraft D17 aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 135 registered Beechcraft D17 airframes worldwide.
Registered D17 aircraft
Individual D17 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
- N17SW· 1955
- N1112M· 1954
- N322H· 1951
- N1195V· 1947
- N9169H· 1947
- N666TX· 1947
- N16S· 1946
- N838· 1946
- N75544· 1946
- N51121· 1945
- N1192V· 1945
- N170S· 1945
- N1181V· 1945
- N192H· 1945
- N67677· 1944
- N67735· 1944
- N44GM· 1944
- N67550· 1944
- N67555· 1944
- PT-PUA· 1944
- N1196V· 1944
- N420E· 1944
- N9370H· 1944
- N25K· 1944