Performance:
The BD-17 variants possess exceptional flying qualities. Basic stability in all three axes is positive in both static and dynamic terms. Control harmony is smooth and even for pitch, roll and yaw control. Roll response is smooth and positive, even during stall buffeting.

In tricycle gear configuration, the nose wheel is full-castering. Ground steering is light in both configurations, through differential wheel braking and rudder control.

Drawings:
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Dimensions:

Wing Span:	21.5 feet
Empty Weight:	610 lbs
Normal Gross Wt:	950 lbs
Max Gross Wt:	1000 lbs
Useful Load:	340 lbs
Fuel Capacity:	20 gal.
Cabin Width:	23 inches
Cabin Headroom:	43 inches
Cabin Length:	51 inches

Performance

	60 HP	80 HP	120 HP
Cruising Speed:	141 mph	161 mph	179 mph
Stall Speed @ 750 lbs:	56 mph	56 mph	56 mph
Take Off Distance:	650 feet	550 feet	475 feet
Take Off Distance over 50' Obstacle:	1100 feet	950 feet	850 feet
Landing Distance:	550 feet	550 feet	550 feet
Rate of Climb:	650 ft/min	1050 ft/min	1500 ft/min
Range:	700 st. miles	700 st. miles	700 st. miles