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.