LAK-20
Sportinė Aviacija (LAK) · Lithuania · first flew 2007 · glider
The LAK-20 is a Lithuanian single-seat Club Class racing glider designed for FAI competition, offering modern composite performance in the 15-metre span class.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Mid-mounted, tapered |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 1 × none, embedded-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | 6.8 m fuselage |
| T — Tail | Conventional |
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Spot it by:
- elegant single-seat FAI Club Class glider
- narrow tapered wings
- T-tail with mid-mounted wing
The LAK-20's slender 15-metre wings and conventional single-seat glider layout are typical of Club Class types. Distinguished from similar designs by its Lithuanian construction provenance and the slightly more tapered outer wing panels compared to German contemporaries such as the DG-808.
Specifications
- The LAK-20 has a length of 6.8 m (22 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 15 m (49 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 250 km/h (155 mph).
- Typical crew: 1.
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History
LAK (Lietuvos Aviacijos Klubas / Lithuanian Aviation Club) has a long tradition of glider manufacture. The LAK-20 was developed in the 2000s to compete in FAI Club Class competitions, a category intended to balance performance with affordability. It represents the company's most modern design.
Variants
The LAK-20 is offered in standard form. Earlier LAK types include the LAK-16 and LAK-17 two-seater trainers.
Where you'll see it
Flown by private owners and gliding clubs across Europe in Club Class competition and cross-country soaring. Available as a factory-built aircraft.
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