Beechcraft Model 18 (Twin Beech) · PlaneSpot

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Jeff Jentz 🇺🇸

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A beautifully restored Beechcraft Model 18 on display, showcasing its classic lines and radial engines.

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Aircraft

Model 18 (Twin Beech) BE18

Classic cream with teal/black stripes

Manufacturer

Gear

Apple iPhone 14 Apple iPhone 14 back dual wide camera 5.7mm f/1.5

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner

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Photo grade

A

Silver

Score: 81.0

Nostalgic twin in crisp detail, but crowd and car behind clutter the scene and break immersion.

Location

The National Museum of World War II Aviation

City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · COS/KCOS

38.8058, -104.7010

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City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport COS

Insights

Aviation History

Iconic American twin-engine utility aircraft (first flown 1937), widely used for civil, cargo, and military roles; training, cargo, airliner and more.

Fleet Rarity

Considered rare today, mostly seen at airshows and museums despite thousands built.

Record Flights

No major record flights, but used in numerous roles globally including long-haul military ferry flights during WWII.

Safety & Events

Many historic flights; extensive WWII service as C-45 Expeditor/AT-7/AT-11. Numerous airframes still preserved or flying in vintage circles.

Future Outlook

Preserved by collectors and museums; a few still fly for historic/recreational purposes.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney R-985 Wasp Junior (typically)

Engine

14.53 m

Wingspan

10.41 m

Length

1,900 km

Range

320 km/h

Speed

6-11 passengers (varied by interior config)

Capacity

3,860 kg

MTOW

2.95 m

Height

450 hp (336 kW) per engine (typical for R-985 variant)

Thrust

N/A (predates modern ICAO standards)

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