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The Schweizer SGS 2-33 (2-33A) is a 2-seat glider that is popular for training across the globe, and is currently the glider of choice for the [[Royal Canadian Air Cadets |
The Schweizer SGS 2-33 (2-33A) is a 2-seat glider that is popular for training across the globe, and is currently the glider of choice for the [[Royal Canadian Air Cadets]]. The glider has a metal truss frame, with fabric covering the fuselage, a fibreglass nose cone, and sheet metal wings. The glider is dual controlled, but not daul instrument. (One set of instruments at the front, but two sets of controls) |
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The two pilots sit one ahead of the other (the student in front), and share a canopy. |
The two pilots sit one ahead of the other (the student in front), and share a canopy. |
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Air Tow Speed - 65-70mph |
Air Tow Speed - 65-70mph |
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Auto/Winch Tow Speed - 69mph |
Auto/Winch Tow Speed - 69mph |
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== See also == |
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*[[Royal Canadian Air Cadets]] |
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*[[Schweizer Aircraft]] |
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*[[Glider]] |
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== References == |
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Revision as of 18:29, 1 January 2007
The Schweizer SGS 2-33 (2-33A) is a 2-seat glider that is popular for training across the globe, and is currently the glider of choice for the Royal Canadian Air Cadets. The glider has a metal truss frame, with fabric covering the fuselage, a fibreglass nose cone, and sheet metal wings. The glider is dual controlled, but not daul instrument. (One set of instruments at the front, but two sets of controls)
The two pilots sit one ahead of the other (the student in front), and share a canopy.
The dimensions are listed below.[1]
Length - 25'9"
Wingspan - 51'0"
Height - 9'3.5"
Wing Area - 219.48ft2
Aspect Ratio - 11.85
Empty Weight - 600lbs
Maximum Gross Weight - 1040lbs
Best Glide Ratio (23:1) - 50mph (dual occupancy), 45mph (solo) Minimum Sink (lowest rate of descent) - 42mph (3.1ft/s) (dual), 38mph (2.6ft/s) (solo) Maximum Speed Vne - 98mph Manuvering Speed Va - 65mph Stall Speed (spoilers closed) - 38mph (dual), 34mph (solo) Stall Speed (spoilers open) - 40mph (dual), 36mph (solo) Stall Speed (30° bank) - 41mph (dual), 36.5mph (solo) Air Tow Speed - 65-70mph Auto/Winch Tow Speed - 69mph