Glaser-Dirks DG-100

The DG-100 of 1974 is the first sailplane manufactured by Glaser-Dirks. Designed by Wilhelm Dirks and built of glass-reinforced plastic (fiberglass) the first model had a stabilator and a two-piece canopy (movable and fixed parts). The original DG-100 was superseded by the DG-100G DG-101 and DG-101G. Most models came equipped with water ballast bags in the wings.

Made by DG Flugzeugbau.

Empty Weight Lb
507
Wing Area Sqm
11
Designer
Wilhelm Dirks
First Flight
10
Aspect Ratio
21
Glide Ratio
39
Span In
2
Gross Weight Lb
921
Capacity
100
Sink Rate Ms
1
Number Built
327
Crew
One pilot
Empty Weight Kg
230
Gross Weight Kg
418
Height In
7
Sink Rate Ftmin
116
Manufacturer
DG Flugzeugbau
Max Speed Mph
161
Max Speed Kmh
260
Height Ft
4
Span Ft
49
National Origin
Germany
Wing Area Sqft
118
Met Or Eng
met
Span M
15
Length Ft
22
Height M
1
Length In
11
Length M
7
Category
DG Flugzeugbau aircraft
German sailplanes 1970-1979
Glider aircraft

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