Wings of Eagles Museum - Schweizer LNS-1 Glider
Bill Maloney 11/10/2010 |
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01 Schweizer LNS-1 Glider | 02 Schweizer LNS-1 Glider | 03 Schweizer LNS-1 Canopy | 04 Schweizer LNS-1 Canopy |
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05 Schweizer LNS-1 Glider | 06 Schweizer LNS-1 Landing Skid | 07 Schweizer LNS-1 Tail |
Length: 25 feet 0 inches
Wingspan: 52 feet, 3 inches
Structure: Tubular frame with fabric covered outer surfaces
Wing Area: 214 feet 2
Crew: 2
Weight: Empty - 450lbs, Max - 860lbs
Wing Loading: lbs per square foot
Glide Ratio: 23.5:1 at mph
Rate of Sink: 165 feet per minute
First Flight: 1938
Cost: $
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