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Stearman Model 75 (PT-17 Kaydet) PT17

Aerosuperbatics Wingwalkers display livery (red and blue tails)

Manufacturer

Boeing/Stearman

Gear

NIKON CORPORATION NIKON D3300 AF-S DX VR Nikkor 55-300mm 4.5-5.6G ED

Achievements

Retro Wings, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Livery Legend, Boeing Beginner

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Photo grade

B

Bronze

Score: 79.0

Great double formation with visible smoke trails, but flat overcast lighting mutes the drama.

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing-Stearman Model 75/PT-17 was widely used as a primary trainer by the United States and allied air forces during WWII. Many survive today as warbirds and in aerobatic/demonstration roles.

Fleet Rarity

Several hundred survive worldwide, though very rare compared to modern types. Their role is almost exclusively in the airshow circuit.

Record Flights

No world records, but notable as a popular barnstorming and wingwalking aircraft for airshows.

Safety & Events

Involved in many non-fatal incidents due to aerobatics; several famous wingwalking troupes (like Aerosuperbatics) use this type.

Future Outlook

Preserved and flown as classic warbirds and display aircraft; examples will likely stay flying for decades with continued restoration.

Specifications

Continental R-670 radial engine (typical for PT-17 variant)

Engine

9.81 m

Wingspan

7.54 m

Length

805 km

Range

177 km/h

Speed

2 (pilot student/wingwalker)

Capacity

1,226 kg

MTOW

2.74 m

Height

224 kW (300 hp, approx.)

Thrust

Not rated under ICAO; pre-standard era

Noise