Beechcraft JB-1 Traveller

Beechcraft · USA · first flew 1941 · transport aircraft

The JB-1 Traveller was a US Navy designation for a variant of the Beechcraft Model 18 used for staff and courier transport. The Traveller name was applied to several Navy Beech 18 variants reflecting their personnel transport role.

Recognition (WEFT)

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Spot it by:

• US Navy Beech 18 variant named Traveller
• Twin-engine low-wing light transport
• Distinctive oval cabin windows

Low-wing twin-engine monoplane with distinctive oval cabin windows, twin close-cowled radial engines, and a conventional tail; visually identical to all other Beech Model 18 variants.

Specifications

• The Beechcraft JB-1 Traveller has a length of 10.4 m (34 ft).
• It has a wingspan of 14 m (46 ft).
• Its maximum speed is 354 km/h (220 mph).
• Typical crew: 2.

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History

The Beech 18 formed the basis of numerous Navy designations throughout World War II. The JB-1 designation was part of the Navy's utility transport procurement of the Model 18 family, serving alongside the GB and JRB series of the same basic aircraft.

Variants

Closely related to the GB-1, GB-2, JRB series and other Navy Beech 18 designations; the JB prefix indicated a different procurement category or user type within the Navy's system.

Where you'll see it

Served with the US Navy for personnel transport and communications flying during World War II alongside the other Beech 18 variants in Navy service.

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