G-17 Staggerwing / RedBeech Staggerwing airplane model. First flown during November 1932, an exciting event witnessed by the company's staff of eight employees, the Model 17R was able to demonstrate a remarkable speed range of 60 200 mph. The excellent performance of the "Staggerwing" as the airplane became popularly known, meant that the company's efforts were concentrated upon making it easier to handle. Wider market acceptance came with the Model B17L, first flown in