Beechcraft D18 S

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Canadian_Warplane_Heritage_Museum
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Beechcraft_18
gptkb:Beechcraft_D17_S
gptkb:Beechcraft_Model_35_Bonanza
gptkbp:avionics basic navigation instruments
gptkbp:climb_rate 1,200 ft/min
gptkbp:crew 2
gptkbp:design gptkb:Walter_Beech
gptkbp:engine_type gptkb:engine
gptkbp:first_flight 1947
gptkbp:fuel_capacity 200 gallons
gptkbp:height 3.66 m
gptkbp:historical_significance used for cargo and passenger transport
influenced future aircraft designs
popular in post-war aviation
used in WWII
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Beechcraft D18 S
gptkbp:interior_features spacious cabin
gptkbp:introduced 1947
gptkbp:landing_gear tailwheel
gptkbp:length 11.58 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Beechcraft
gptkbp:max_speed 200 knots
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 5,200 lbs
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:military_unit
gptkb:U._S._Army_Air_Forces
gptkb:Royal_Canadian_Air_Force
gptkb:battle
gptkbp:number_built over 1,000
gptkbp:power_output two Pratt & Whitney R-985 engines
gptkbp:production_years 1947-1969
gptkbp:range 1,200 miles
gptkbp:retired 1970s
gptkbp:role utility aircraft
gptkbp:seating_capacity gptkb:6
gptkbp:service_ceiling 25,000 ft
gptkbp:setting high-wing monoplane
gptkbp:speed 170 knots
gptkbp:status restoration projects ongoing
some still in operation
many in private ownership
some used for vintage flying events
gptkbp:surface gptkb:public_transportation_system
rudder
aileron
gptkbp:variant gptkb:Beechcraft_D18
gptkbp:weight 3,200 lbs
gptkbp:wing_area 200 sq ft
gptkbp:wingspan 15.85 m