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 the aircraft being underpowered, eight were purchased by the US Navy in 1917 following demonstration flights on 19 May 1917.
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