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Gymnich, Alfried

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Structural details of German gliders

The structural details such as wings, fuselage, landing gear, and steering organs of German gliders are detailed in this report.

GLIDERS - AACHEN SCHWARZER TEUFEL (GER )

Glider construction and design

The endeavor to draw a strict line between gliders and soarers as been recently abandoned and the following classification adopted: 1) gliders controlled by shifting the weight of the body; 2) gliders controlled by rudders; 3) gliders controlled by wings. The different classes are discussed as well as materials and parts used in construction.

GLIDERS