	Beechcraft 76 "Duchess" light twin

When certified in 1978, the Duchess represented a new class of light four-seat twin.  The basic model was unchanged through its production life (until 1982), which ceased primarily due to the falling popularity of light twins and the legal climate of the times in the US aviation industry.  Despite these difficulties, the Duchess did see some lasting success in the role of a twin engine pilot trainer where it continues to serve primarily today.

Specifications:
Wingspan: 38 feet
Length: 29 feet 1 inch
Height: 9 feet 6 inches
Wing area: 181 sq ft
Weight: 2,446 pounds empty, 3,900 pounds max takeoff weight
Powerplants: Two Lycoming O-360-A1G6D flat four piston engines developing 180 hp each to drive two bladed constant speed propellers
Capacity: Seats for four, including pilot
Max speed: 171 knots
Max cruising speed: 165 knots
Long range cruising speed: 151 knots
Initial rate of climb: 1,248 feet/minute
Max range with reserves: 780 nm

The simulation includes working flaps, lights, strobes and gear.  Put the .AIR file in your PILOTS subdirectory, the rest in your TEXTURE subdirectory, and have Flight Shop installed.

January, 1997
Dennis Wasnich
1003 Cherry Street
Montpelier, OH 43543 (USA)
Internet: dwasnich@bright.net
(Feedback is welcome!)

NOTE: Unless otherwise stated, all of my planes may be freely distributed as long as you don't profit from them and I continue to receive credit for my work.  Thanks for your cooperation!
