Bellanca CD

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In 1916, the Maryland Pressed Steel Company hired Giuseppe Mario Bellanca to develop a light utility aircraft for the U.S. Army.

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First Flight and Technical Specifications

The first prototype of the aircraft took to the skies in September of the following year. This was a single-seat, single-strut biplane, powered by a 35 hp (26 kW) Anzani three-cylinder engine.

Production and Civilian Legacy

A total of six examples of the aircraft, designated Bellanca CD, were built for civilian use. Most of them were still flying into the early 1920s.

Technical Specifications

Modification	Bellanca CD
Wingspan, m	7. 92
Length, m	5. 36
Wing area, m2	13. 94
Empty weight	1 81
Maximum takeoff weight	352
Engine type	1 Piston engine Anzani
Power, hp	1 x 3 5
Maximum speed, km/h	1 37
Cruising speed, km/h	122
Crew, crew	1

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Sources & Accuracy

The information presented in this technical sheet has been compiled from declassified flight manuals, historical archives, and specialized literature. While we strive for maximum accuracy, some performance data may vary depending on the specific variant or operational conditions.

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