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Schleicher ASW 28

Modern (1992–2009)

Schleicher ASW 28 — Fixed Wing
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The ASW 28 is a Standard Class glider with a fifteen-metre span built of modern fibre reinforced composites. The manufacturer of the ASW-28 is Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. The 'W' indicates this is a design of the influential and prolific German designer Gerhard Waibel. Serial production started in 2000.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Civil
Era
Modern (1992–2009)
Engine
SOLO 2350 (ASW-28-18E only)
Thrust / Power
18 hp
Length (ft)
21
Wingspan (ft)
49
Empty Weight (lb)
528
MTOW (lb)
1155
Max Speed (mph)
170