Short Brothers Short Nimbus
Civilian
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The Short Nimbus, which first flew in 1947, is a two-seat British glider trainer representing post-war soaring development. This aircraft measures 8.2 meters long with an 18.9-meter wingspan, designed to introduce pilots to unpowered flight. The Nimbus's substantial wing area relative to fuselage length reflects the aerodynamic priorities of sailplane design. As an educational tool, it provided accessible entry into soaring discipline while maintaining respectable performance characteristics suitable for sustained thermal and ridge lift operations.
Specifications
- Role
- 2-seater civilian glider trainer
- Crew
- 2
- First flight
- 1947
- Length
- 8.2 m
- Wingspan
- 18.9 m