Bee Aviation Associates, Inc. (Beecraft) built three prototype aircraft designed by William F. "Bill" Chana at Montgomery Field in San Diego, California.
The Honey Bee escaped the fire as it operated out of Montgomery Field at the time, owned by Walt Mooney.
In 2004, the Experimental Aircraft Association donated the Honey Bee to the San Diego Air & Space Museum, which is currently (As of 2007[update]) awaiting restoration at their Gillespie Field annex.
According to Aerofiles, two Honey Bees were built based on advertised plans.
Because of its historic significance, a second Wee Bee was constructed and is now on display at the new San Diego Air & Space Museum.