National Soaring Museum - Bowlus Senior Albatross Sailplane
Bill Maloney 10/24/2009 |
Length: 23 feet 9 inches
Wingspan: 61 feet, 9 inches
Structure: Wood/Fabric
Wing Area: 205 feet 2
Crew: 1
Weight: Empty - 340lbs, Max - 520lbs
Wing Loading: 2.34lbs per square foot
Glide Speed: mph
Glide Ratio : 22:1
Rate of Sink: 1.9 feet per second @ 33mph
First Flight : 1932
Cost: $2,500
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