The history of motor gliders used for meteorological flight since 1920 is depicted. Motor glider is defined. Historical requirements for gliding aircraft with built-in motor are mentioned. The characteristics of motor gliders, their wing loading, and motor power are shown. The milestones marked by these motor gliders are explained. The expectations for meteorological measurements with motor gliders are outlined.
Typical and Historical Aspects of Motor Gliders as Meteorological Measuring Aircraft
1986
16 pages
Report
No indication
English
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