Bede Aero LLC is excited to announce our BD-18 which will be available both SLSA and ELSA. We are about 35% through the certification process at this time.
This very comfortable two place aircraft is 47” wide inside interior with the largest baggage compartment in the industry.
Once we finish Phase 1 flight test, which is scheduled to be completed late October, we will then release information on delivery schedule. The BD-18 will come equipped with a Continental engine Model IO370-CL, Hartzell carbon fiber prop, Dynon or Garmin panel. An IFR panel will be available at a later date.
Five hours of flight time training in Houston, Texas is also included in the price. The BD-18 Will be painted white. You can then customize it with a wrap. We also have a paint shop close to the Houston facility for those of you who desire a custom paint scheme.
The estimated cost is $290,000.00. Pick up either Houston, Texas or Akron, Ohio
Below is the performance and specification numbers:
Speeds (sealevel):
- 53 kts- Stall speed in the landing configuration
- 57 kts-Stall speed in a specific configuration
- 112 kts-Design maneuvering speed
- 160 kts-Maximum speed in level flight
- 205 kts- Never exceed speed
Aircraft Overview:
- 21 ft long
- 32ft span
- 8ft high
- 2 seat
- Tricycle Gear
- Low Wing
- MGTOW-2000 lbs max take off cross weight
- 1250 lbs empty weight
- Fuel-48 gal, 100LL
- Useful Load w/fuel-462 lbs