Burgess HT-2 Speed Scout
# Burgess HT-2 Speed Scout

The Burgess HT-2 Speed Scout was an experimental United States observation/fighter seaplane.

## Development and design

The Speed Scout's airframe was made of wood with a fabric covering, except for the engine cowling which was aluminum. The aircraft was powered by a Curtiss OXX-2 engine. Despite being underpowered, 8 were purchased by the US Navy in 1917 following demonstration flights on 19 May 1917.

## Specifications

Data from Angelucci, 1987. pp. 93-94.

General characteristics

* Crew: 1
* Length: 22 ft 3 in (6.78 m)
* Wingspan: 34 ft 4 in (10.46 m)
* Height: 10 ft 0 in (3.05 m)
* Powerplant: 1 × Curtiss OXX-2 , 100 hp (75 kW)

Performance

* Maximum speed: 95 mph (153 km/h, 83 kn)
* Endurance: 2 hours 30 minutes
