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Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus
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Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus

German two-seat glider, 1993

20.00 mWingspan
600Units built

Overview

The Schempp-Hirth Duo Discus is a high-performance two-seat glider primarily designed for fast cross-country flying, including gliding competitions. Often, it is used for advanced training.

Specifications

Dimensions

Length8.73 m
Wingspan20.00 m
Height1.60 m

Performance

Max. speed250 km/h

Crew & capacity

Seats (max.)2

Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.

Photos

Photo 1: Dhaluza at English Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.5

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