Fauvel AV.22
Charles Fauvel · France · first flew 1956 · glider
The Fauvel AV.22 was an unorthodox tailless glider produced in France in the 1950s, 60s and 70s.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, swept |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × none, embedded-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 5.07 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | No tailplane |
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Spot it by:
- Tailless flying wing glider
- Wings with a slight forward sweep
- Two-seat arrangement
Like other Charles Fauvel designs it has no tail, and its wings have a slight forward sweep.
Specifications
- The Fauvel AV.22 has a length of 5.07 m (17 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 15.2 m (50 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 160 km/h (99 mph).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
It first flew on 8 April 1956. It was originally intended to be produced in series and was later marketed to homebuilders.
Variants
The AV.221 and AV.222 were motorglider versions with a Rectimo four-cylinder engine.
Where you'll see it
Two prototypes and four production AV.22 aircraft were built.
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