Glasflügel 401

The Glasflügel H-401 Kestrel is a glider that was developed in 1968 for the open class. It has a wingspan of 17 metres. It is named after the kestrel bird. The Kestrel can be seen as the prototype of today's 18 meter class. It was ahead of its time and even today is very popular. It has a spacious cockpit and a good balance between performance and agility. 129 Kestrel gliders were built by Glasflügel between 1968 and 1975.

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Made by Glasflügel.

Glasflügel Kestrel Die Glasflügel 401 „Kestrel“ ist ein Segelflugzeug, das 1968 für die Offene Klasse entwickelt wurde. Der Segelflug-Index der 17-Meter-Version beträgt 110, der der 19-Meter-Version 114.2
Empty Weight Lb
570
Wing Area Sqm
12
Designer
Glasflügel
First Flight
9
Aspect Ratio
25
Glide Ratio
42
43
Gross Weight Lb
880
Number Built
129
Crew
One pilot
Empty Weight Kg
260
Gross Weight Kg
400
Span M
17
Manufacturer
Glasflügel
Max Speed Mph
160
Max Speed Kmh
250
Span In
9
Span Ft
55
National Origin
Germany
Wing Area Sqft
125
Met Or Eng
met
Length Ft
22
Length In
1
Length M
7
Category
German sailplanes 1960-1969
Glasflügel aircraft
Glider aircraft

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