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ASW 12

ASW 12

The ASW 12, initially known as the AS 12, is a single-seat Sailplane of glass composite construction. The wing is shoulder mounted and it has a T-tail. It is essentially a developed production version of the Akaflieg Darmstadt D-36.

Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.

Category
Gliders
Country of origin
Germany
First flight
1965-01-01

Specifications

Cruise speed
109 kt
Max speed
109 kt
Rate of climb
112 ft/min
Max takeoff weight
946 lb
Empty weight
713 lb
Seats
1
Length
24 ft
Wingspan
60 ft
Height
5 ft
Number built
15

Specifications are approximate and may vary by variant. Compiled from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

Reference and training only. Specifications vary by variant — consult the manufacturer and the official documents.