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Model BD-2
The Burgess Company Burgess-Dunne Model BD-2 was a swept wing tailless pusher biplane, ordered by the U.S. Navy early in 1914. Its first flight was on October 10, 1910 and delivered to Pensacola in late October 1914. It was designated as a Navy Trainer. There was only one built.

Model BD-2 was a two place, side by side and had dual controls. Its span was 47', length 24, height 11' and wing area was 482 sq ft. Its gross weight was 2,150 lbs and had a maximum speed of 75mph.

Model BD-2 had a single central float with two small wingtip floats. At one point during its operational career at Pensacola photos show that it displayed a unique and distinctive overall lavender and green camouflage design. Modifications also included a bomb rack for tests installed under the left wing.
Model BD-2 was stricken from Navy records in January 1916. Its U.S.N. Serial # was AH-7.