The Twin Beech proved to be a reliable ... with the first post-war civil version being the Model D18S, with seating for eight passengers and a maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of 8,750 lb (3,970 ...

But in this video excerpt of Younkins routine, its easy to see why the historic Twin Beech established a reputation for elegance. In the 1940s and early 1950s, Beech 18s and their military ...

The Twin Bonanza was later chosen by the United ... However, the aircraft can also be configured to utilize club seating. Beechcraft originally chose Franklin Engine Company to build its engines.