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Schempp-Hirth SHK

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Schempp-Hirth SHK

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Schempp-Hirth's SHK is a German single-seat glider first flown in 1965, capable of 200 km/h. At 6.3 meters long with a 17-meter wingspan, the SHK provides an efficient platform for moderate-distance soaring and transitional cross-country flying. The aircraft's design balances wing loading with structural simplicity, making it accessible to intermediate and advanced pilots. Its speed capability and practical dimensions made the SHK popular in European club flying throughout the 1960s and beyond.

Specifikationer

Roll
Glider
Ursprung
Germany
Besättning
1
Första flygning
1965
Längd
6,3 m
Vingspann
17 m
Maxhastighet
200 km/h