BEECH 18

Manufactured in 1946, this Beech 18 was used by Connellan Airways from 1960 to 1966. The aircraft was acquired from Trans Island Airways in New Zealand, who had in turn acquired it from the U.S.A. Three Beech 18’s were used by the Airline in the 1960’s until replaced by the Beech Twins of the 1970’s.

After being withdrawn from use in 1966, the aircraft languished in Alice Springs until moved to Mildura for display by the Warbirds Museum. In 1984, funds provided by the NT Museum and Arts Galleries Board, enabled this Museum to acquire the plane and road freight it back to Alice Springs for restoration and display.

 

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Technical Details

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Engine: 2 x 450HP Pratt and Whitney 9 cylinder Radial

Wingspan: 14.5m / 47’7”

Length: 10.4m / 34’

Performance: Cruising Speed 340km/h / 211mi/h

Capacity: Pilot and 8 passengers

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