Fabris Febo Paglierini
Gabardini Cameri · Italy · first flew 1924 · glider
The Fabris Febo Paglierini was an Italian sailplane designed to compete in the first Italian International Competition, held in Asiago in 1924.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | High-mounted, straight |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × none, embedded-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Span of 12 metres on an 8 metre fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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- High-wing competition glider
- Span of 12 metres on an 8 metre fuselage
- Built for the 1924 Italian International Competition at Asiago
A high-wing competition glider with a span of 12 metres and a length of 8 metres.
Specifications
- The Fabris Febo Paglierini has a length of 8 m (26 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 12 m (39 ft).
- Typical crew: 1.
Figures are for the representative variant described above; marks differ. See how AircraftIQ sources figures.
History
The glider was designed by Stelio Fabris, built by Gabardini Cameri and first flew in 1924.
Variants
Only one Febo Paglierini was built, so there were no variants.
Where you'll see it
It was one of the better national entrants in the 1924 competition, all of which were outclassed by the Germans.
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