Beechcraft Model 16
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The Beechcraft Model 16 was an experimental American
United States
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all-metal low-wing training
Trainer (aircraft)
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monoplane
Monoplane
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designed and built by Beechcraft
Beechcraft
Beechcraft is an American manufacturer of general aviation and military aircraft, ranging from light single engine aircraft to business jets and light military transports. Previously a division of Raytheon, it has been a brand of Hawker Beechcraft since 2006....
. The prototype, registered
Aircraft registration
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N9716Q, first flew on 12 June 1970 and was the only one built.