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Rolladen-Schneider LS8

Rolladen-Schneider / DG Flugzeugbau · Club / Standard / 15-metre Class Competition Sailplane · Germany · Modern (1992–2009)

Rolladen-Schneider LS8 — Club / Standard / 15-metre Class Competition Sailplane
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The Rolladen-Schneider LS8 is a Standard and 18 metre class single-seat glider developed by Rolladen-Schneider and in series production since 1995. Currently it is manufactured by DG Flugzeugbau.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
Sailplane
Domain
Civil
Era
Modern (1992–2009)
Country
Germany
Manufacturer
Rolladen-Schneider / DG Flugzeugbau
Operator
Competition pilots worldwide
Primary Role
Club / Standard / 15-metre Class Competition Sailplane
Status
In Service
Service Entry
1994
Produced
600
Propulsion
None
Length (ft)
22
Wingspan (ft)
49
Empty Weight (lb)
550
MTOW (lb)
1155
Max Speed (mph)
175