Bellanca CE

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Origins and Design Enhancements

In 1919, Giuseppe Mario Bellanca refined his Bellanca CD project for the Maryland Pressed Steel Company. The new aircraft, designated Bellanca CE, featured wing ailerons, two crew cabins, and a more powerful 55-horsepower Anzani engine.

Limited Production and Notable Owners

Only two such aircraft were built. One was purchased in May 1920 by pilot Clarence Duncan Chamberlin for 4,000 US dollars, following the bankruptcy of Maryland Pressed Steel. The second unit was modified into the sports version, the CE Sport (302V).

Technical Specifications

Modification	Bellanca CE
Wingspan, m	8.50
Aircraft length, m	5.64
Aircraft height, m	2.18
Empty weight	227
Maximum takeoff weight	352
Engine type	1 Piston engine Anzani
Power, hp	1 x 55
Maximum speed, km/h	163
Cruising speed, km/h	135
Practical range, km	724
Practical ceiling, m	5200
Crew, crew members	2

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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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