DFS Zögling
DFS · Germany · first flew 1926 · glider
The Zögling (pupil) is a German high-wing, cable-braced, single-seat primary glider designed by Alexander Lippisch in 1926.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × none, embedded-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 5.29 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- High-wing, cable-braced primary glider
- Single open seat
- Wingspan of about 10 m
It is a cable-braced high-wing glider with a span of 10.04 m, using a Göttingen 358 aerofoil.
Specifications
- The DFS Zögling has a length of 5.29 m (17 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 10.04 m (33 ft).
- Typical crew: 1.
Figures are for the representative variant described above; marks differ. See how AircraftIQ sources figures.
History
It was designed by Alexander Lippisch and first flew in 1926.
Variants
It was produced with many variations by a variety of manufacturers.
Where you'll see it
It was used as a primary training glider.
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