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The Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 (ICAO type AS20) is an aircraft of Germany origin. It has a maximum take-off weight of 500 kg. It offers seating for up to 1 across its variants.

Alexander Schleicher ASW 20

Alexander Schleicher ASW 20
AS20
Photo via Wikipedia: Schleicher ASW 20
Year
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Owner
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Last seen
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MTOW
500 kg
Range
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Seats
1
ASW 20
Alexander Schleicher · ASW 20
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
505
Active
504
Origin
Germany
Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
ASW20—500 kg———
ASW20 B—500 kg———
ASW20 BL—500 kg———
ASW20 C—500 kg———
ASW20 CL—454–454.05 kg———
ASW20 L—500 kg———
Safety & ops history

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Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
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Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

45 yearsmedian age

Of the 131 registered Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 with a known build year (26% of the 505 we track), the median age is 45 years.

Registration activity

3changed registration in 12 months

3 of the 505 registered Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (1% of the fleet), across 3 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.

Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 manuals & documents

4 documents for the Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Maintenance Manual · Weight & Balance. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview
Flight and Operations Manual for the Sailplane Model ASW20 · 1977

The Flight and Operations Manual for the Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 sailplane provides essential information for the operation, maintenance, and safety of the aircraft. It includes guidelines on flight procedures, equipment, and performance characteristics, ensuring safe and efficient use of the sailplane.

  • The manual is a translation of the original German text approved by the Federal Office of Civil Aeronautics.
  • The ASW 20 has a minimum safety factor of 1.5 for flight operations.
  • Aerobatic maneuvers are not allowed in noticeable turbulence.
  • The flap system is crucial for controlling pitch and optimizing performance.
  • The manual includes detailed sections on rigging, maintenance, and emergency procedures.
  • The airworthiness requirements emphasize the importance of observing placard speeds.
  • The sailplane can absorb gusts of + or - 7.5 m/s at redline speed.
  • Proper flap usage is essential for maintaining optimal glide performance.

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Reference only, not for flight. Use the current approved manual for your aircraft. See terms, section 5.

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Pilot's Operating Handbook

Maintenance Manual

Weight & Balance

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ASW 20 — frequently asked
How many people can the Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 carry?

The Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 seats up to 1 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Alexander Schleicher ASW 20?

The Alexander Schleicher ASW 20's maximum take-off weight is 500 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Alexander Schleicher ASW 20?

The Alexander Schleicher ASW 20's ICAO type designator is AS20.

How many Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 505 registered Alexander Schleicher ASW 20 airframes worldwide.