Schempp-Hirth Arcus
Civilian
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The Schempp-Hirth Arcus is a German two-seater glider that first flew in 2009. Measuring 8.7 meters long across a 20-meter wingspan, the motorless aircraft reaches 280 km/h maximum speed. The modern glider design represents contemporary high-performance soaring technology.
Specifications
- Role
- Two Seater Class glider
- Origin
- Germany
- First flight
- 2009
- Length
- 8.7 m
- Wingspan
- 20 m
- Max speed
- 280 km/h