The BD-18, is a two-place, single-engine homebuilt aircraft with outstanding flying capabilities. A relatively high cruising speed and a modest landing speed combine with excellent flying qualities to make the BD-18 an easy-to-fly aircraft for a beginner and pro.

Drawings:
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Dimensions:

Wingspan:	25 ft. 6 in.
Cabin Width:	47 inches
Cabin Height:	45 inches
Baggage Capacity:	80 lbs.
Usable Fuel:	43 gallons

Performance:

	120 HP	180 HP
Gross Weight:	1250 lbs.	1335 lbs.
Empty Weight:	675 lbs.	725 lbs.
Wing Loading:	14.8 lbs/sq.ft	15.80 lbs/sq.ft
Power Loading:	10.4 lbs/hp	7.4 lbs/hp
Useful Load:	575 lbs.	610 lbs.
Cruising Speed:	158 mph	196 mph
Stalling speed – flaps down:	54 mph	61 mph
Rate of Climb:	1450 ft/min.	2100 ft/min.
Take Off Distance:	550 ft.	510 ft.
Take Off Distance over 50’ Obstacle:	1020 ft.	950 ft.
Landing Distance:	540 ft.	640 ft.
Maximum Range:	1050 st. miles	1200 st. mi.