Schempp-Hirth Janus
Civilian
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The Schempp-Hirth Janus, which first flew in 1974, is a two-seat sailplane spanning 20 meters with a 8.6-meter fuselage. Designed for crew training and tandem cross-country flying, the Janus accommodates two pilots in a side-by-side configuration. Its German engineering emphasizes structural rigidity and aerodynamic efficiency, making it suitable for both instructional sorties and recreational shared flying. The aircraft has maintained continuous production interest among training squadrons.
Specifikace
- Role
- Two Seater-class sailplane
- Původ
- Germany
- Posádka
- 2
- První let
- 1974
- Délka
- 8,6 m
- Rozpětí křídel
- 20 m