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Lilienthal Normalsegelapparat

Sailplane · Germany · Pioneer Age (pre-1919)

Lilienthal Normalsegelapparat — Sailplane
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The Lilienthal Normalsegelapparat is a glider designed by Otto Lilienthal in Germany in the late 19th century. It is considered to be the first aeroplane to be serially produced, examples being made between 1893 and 1896.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Sailplane
Domain
Civil
Era
Pioneer Age (pre-1919)
Country
Germany
Length (ft)
17
Wingspan (ft)
22
Empty Weight (lb)
44