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The Bede BD-2 was an American experimental powered sailplane designed by Jim Bede to attempt an unrefuelled round-the-world flight.

Made by Bede Aircraft.

It is the successor of the Schweizer SGS 2-32 .

Empty Weight Lb
1725
Stall Speed Mph
62
Designer
Jim Bede
Predecessor
Schweizer SGS 2-32
Eng 1 Type
230
Never Exceed Speed Mph
194
Cruise Speed Note
6480.0
Max Takeoff Weight Lb
5600
Aspect Ratio
21
Endurance
432000.0
Developed From
Schweizer SGS 2-32
Never Exceed Speed Note
varies with weight of aircraft. As weight decreases VNE decreases
Number Built
1
Crew
1
Stall Speed Kts
54
Climb Rate Ft/min
1500
Manufacturer
Bede Aircraft
Range Miles
20500
Eng 1 Name
Continental IO-360C
Span In
Span Ft
63
National Origin
United States
Wing Area Sqft
192
Length Ft
27
Prime Units
imp
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Eng 1 Number
1
Category
Bede aircraft
United States experimental aircraft 1960-1969
Length In
7
Stall Speed Note
increases proportional to weight

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