Fouga CM.8
Civilian
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A high-performance sailplane representing French recreational aviation, the CM.8 embodied efficient glider design principles. Its 6.5-meter fuselage and 13-meter wingspan created excellent lift-to-drag characteristics, while its 1949 introduction reflected post-war revival of sport flying. Unpowered operation reduced operating costs for enthusiasts.
Caractéristiques
- Rôle
- High-performance sailplane
- Premier vol
- 1949
- Longueur
- 6,5 m
- Envergure
- 13 m