Beechcraft Model 18 (C-45 Expeditor)

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A beautifully preserved Beechcraft Model 18 (C-45 Expeditor) on display in a hangar, showing off its classic polished aluminum finish and US Army markings.

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Aircraft

Model 18 (C-45 Expeditor) BE18

Polished bare metal with US Army markings

Manufacturer

Beechcraft

Gear

Canon EOS Rebel T7 EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II

Achievements

Retro Wings, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 72.0

Great clarity on the aircraft details, but the cluttered foreground and maintenance gear reduce visual impact.

Location

Falcon Field

MSC/KFFZ

33.4608, -111.7280

Open map

Falcon Field MSC

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The Beech 18 (C-45 Expeditor) was widely used as a light transport and multi-role aircraft by the US military during WWII and into the 1950s. It became one of the most versatile and longest-produced twin engine aircraft globally.

Fleet Rarity

Few are flying today, mostly in airshow or museum contexts.

Record Flights

No known record flights, but the type had extensive usage in multirole capability during wartime and postwar civilian applications.

Safety & Events

The Beech 18 had a strong service record and was involved extensively in both military and civilian roles post-WWII.

Future Outlook

Primarily preserved in museums, occasionally as airworthy warbirds.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney R-985 Wasp Junior radial engines

Engine

14.53 meters

Wingspan

10.41 meters

Length

1,770 kilometers

Range

310 kilometers per hour

Speed

6-11 passengers (military operated)

Capacity

3,990 kilograms

MTOW

2.97 meters

Height