Aerial Aircraft Model A / Model B / Model C / Steaman Aircraft Company B-2

Stearman B-2

The Aerial Model B first appeared in 1941.

In February 1942 Aerial Aircraft Inc changed its name to Steaman Aircraft Company (not related to the Stearman Aircraft Company).

Production of the Model B resumed in 1944 when three were built.

The Models A, B, and C differed with the engines.

Aerial Model B
Engine: 65 hp Lycoming O-145-B2
Seats: 2

Aerial Model B
Engine: 75 hp Continental A75
Seats: 2

Aerial Model B
Engine: 80 hp Franklin 4AC-176
Seats: 2

Stearman B-2
Engine: 75 hp Continental A75
Wingspan: 30 ft
Length: 20 ft 2.5 in
Empty weight: 680 lb
Loaded weight: 1200 lb
Max speed: 125 mph
Cruise: 110 mph
ROC: 930 fpm
Range: 430 mi
Seats: 2

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