Glasflügel 206
German single-seat glider, 1974 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Glasflügel 206 Hornet is a Standard Class sailplane produced in Germany between 1975 and 1979. Of conventional sailplane design with a T-tail, it replaced the Standard Libelle, featuring composite construction throughout. Differences from the earlier aircraft included a redesigned canopy, retractable monowheel landing gear, and provision for 100 kg (220 lbs) of water ballast.
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206 Hornet | |
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Role | Standard Class sailplane |
National origin | Germany |
Manufacturer | Glasflügel |
Designer | Eugen Hanle |
First flight | 21 December 1974 |
Number built | 102 (89 + 13 Hornet C) |
An improved version, the Hornet C was produced in 1979, incorporating a new one-piece canopy originally designed for the Mosquito and an increase in water ballast capacity to 170 kg (375 lb). The wing was also revised, making extensive use of carbon fibre structures to save weight.