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The Chengdu X-7 Jian Fan (Sword point) is a Chinese basic trainer glider. First flying in 1966 at least 130 were built.

The Chengdu X-7 Jian Fan (Sword point) is a Chinese basic trainer glider. First flying in 1966, at least 130 were built.1

Made by Chengdu Sailplane Factory.

Wing Area Sqm
18
First Flight
October 1966
Aspect Ratio
10
Glide Ratio
12
Airfoil
Göttingen 535
Number Built
130
Crew
2
Empty Weight Kg
220
Span M
13
Max Takeoff Weight Kg
370
Manufacturer
Chengdu Sailplane Factory
Max Speed Mph
150
Origin
People's Republic of China
National Origin
People's Republic of China
Height M
2
Prime Units
met
Stall Speed Kmh
45
Sink Rate Ms
1
Length M
7
Category
Sailplanes

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