Schleicher ASH 30 explained

The ASH 30 is a two-seater Open Class glider manufactured by Alexander Schleicher, developed as a replacement for the ASH 25. The Mi version is powered by a 41abbr=onNaNabbr=on Wankel engine. The prototype made its maiden flight on 7 April 2011 from Wasserkuppe.

Design and development

The improvements over the ASH 25 are given as:

• a larger span
• new wing sections with a coefficient of lift that is about 0.2 higher
• a maximum take-off weight of 850 kg for the Mi version
• automatic control surface connections for the entire aircraft
• enlarged cockpits
• larger canopies to improve visibility and to allow easier entry and exit for the rear pilot

Variants

ASH 30:The un-powered prototype glider.

ASH 30 Mi: The motor-glider production aircraft, capable of self launching with a retractable engine and propeller.

References

• Web site: ASH 30 Mi Brochure. Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau. 30 June 2014. .
• Web site: ASH 30 Mi Technical Data. Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau. 30 June 2014. .
• Web site: ASH 30 Mi – the new measuring stick in Open Class. Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau. 30 June 2014. .
• Web site: Maiden Flight of the ASH 30 Mi. April 9, 2011. SoaringCafe.com. 30 June 2014. .
  • Web site: ASH 30 Mi – Serial-No. 5 completed. Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau. November 2013. 1 August 2014. .
• Web site: Eastern Sailplane Catalog ASH 30 Mi. Eastern Sailplane, Inc. . January 2014. 1 August 2014. .
• Web site: AE50R Technical Data Sheet. Austro Engine GmbH. 30 June 2014. .

External links

• Schleicher website