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The Backstrom EPB-1 Flying Plank is an American mid-wing single seat flying wing glider that was designed by Al Backstrom with assistance from Phil Easley and Jack Powell in 1954 and made available as plans for amateur construction.

The Backstrom EPB-1 Flying Plank is an American mid-wing, single seat, flying wing glider that was designed by Al Backstrom, with assistance from Phil Easley and Jack Powell in 1954 1

Empty Weight Lb
150
Designer
Al Backstrom
Origin
United States
Wing Loading Lb/sqft
4
Aspect Ratio
6
Introduced
1954
Status
Plans still available
See Also
* List of gliders
Glide Ratio
3600.0
Gross Weight Lb
350
Airfoil
Abrial 15%
Number Built
16
Crew
one
Sink Rate Ftmin
210
Span In
Span Ft
25
National Origin
United States
Wing Area Sqft
100
Prime Units
imp
Sink Rate Note
2820.0
Category
United States sailplanes 1950-1959

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