GLIDERS

 
                                                               SCHWEIZER 2-22 GLIDER

The SGS 2-22 is a conventional two-place tandem, intermediate-training sailplane, manufactured by Schweier Aircraft Corp., Elmira, New York. Its construction is all-metal with fabric cover

Overall dimensions are

Length - 25' - 8.5"
Span - 43' - 0"
Height - 9' - 0"

Flight Controls -

1. Tow release knob :
Front - Located at center bottom of instrument panel.
Rear -  Located at tope left of front seat back.

 SCHWEIZER 2-22 GLIDER
2. Spoiler and Brake Lever :
    Front - Located at left side of cockpit under instrument panel.
    Rear -  Located at center left of front seat back.

3. Control sticks:
    Front and Rear - are conventional and both are mounted on a single torque tube.

4. Rudder Pedals :
    Front - Located on left and right forward of floor board and are conventional. They are toe type pedals.
    Rear -  Located to left and right of front seat.

5. Trim Lever :
    Front only - Located in center of floor board between pilots knees. It is a bungee type, two position control.

6. Instruments:
    Front only - ASI, Altimeter, Variometer, Bank Indicator.

     
                                                               SCHWEIZER 2-33 GLIDER

The SGS 2-33 is a conventional two-place tandem, intermediate-training sailplane, manufactured by Schweizer Aircraft Corp., Elmira, New York. Its construction is all-metal with fabric cover on the fuselage and tall surfaces. It has a one piece canopy for increased visibility. The wings are tapered in the outboard section, and have dive-brakes incorporated.

SCHWEIZER 2-33 GLIDER          Overall dimensions are
Length - 25' - 9"
Span - 51' - 0"
Height - 9' 3 - 1/2"
Wing View - 219.48 sq. ft.
Aspect Ratio - 11.85 - 1
Flight Controls -

1. Tow release knob :
    Front - Located at center bottom of instrument panel.
    Rear -  Located at tope left of front seat back.

To release - pull red knob full not.

2. Dive Brake and Brake Lever :
    Front - Located at left side of cockpit under instrument panel.
    Rear -  Located at center of left side of cockpit.

To use dive brake, push forward and down and then straight back.
The wheel brake is actuated only at the extreme aft position of dive-brake/ wheel brake control handle.

3. Control sticks:
    Front and Rear - are conventional and both are mounted on a single torque tube.

4. Rudder Pedals :
    Front - Located on left and right forward of floor board and are conventional. They are toe type pedals and are                 adjustable.
    Rear -   Located to left and right of front seat and are not adjustable.

5. Trim Lever :
    Front only - Located on left side below drive brake lever.
Four positions from full forward to full rearward.
Use as needed.

6. Instruments:
   Front only - ASI, Altimeter, Variometer, Bank Indicator.

     
                                                               SCHWEIZER 1-26 GLIDER

The SGS 1-26 is a single place all metal, fabric covered intermediate type sail plane built by Schweizer Aircraft Corp., Elmira, New York. Its construction is all-metal with fabric cover.

Overall dimensions are

Length - 21' - 3"
Span - 40' - 0"
Height - 7' - 2.5"

Flight Controls -

1. Tow release knob :
    Front - Located at center bottom of instrument panel.
    Rear -  Located at tope left of front seat back.

2. Spoiler and Brake Lever :
    Front - Located at left side of cockpit under instrument panel.
    Rear -  Located at center left of front seat back.

3. Control sticks:
    Front and Rear - are conventional and both are mounted on a single torque tube.

4. Rudder Pedals :
    Front - Located on left and right forward of floor board and are conventional. They are toe type pedals.
    Rear -  Located to left and right of front seat.

5. Trim Lever :
    Front only - Located in center of floor board between pilots knees. It is a bungee type, two position control.

6. Instruments:
    Front only - ASI, Altimeter, Variometer, Bank Indicator.