The Schempp-Hirth Austria-S (ICAO type GLID) is an aircraft of Germany origin, certificated in the Glider category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 350 kg. It offers seating for up to 1 across its variants.
Schempp-Hirth Austria-S
Model overview
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 17
- Active
- 17
- Origin
- Germany
Certifying authorities
FAA
Variants
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austria-S Austria-S | — | 350 kg | — | — | — |
| Austria-SH Austria-SH | — | — | — | — | — |
| Austria-SH1 Austria-SH1 | — | 349.72–835 kg | — | — | — |
Type certification
The FAA paperwork
TCDS G1IN · Rev 4 · issued 2022-02-10
- Category
- Glider
- MTOW
- 350 kg
- Seats
- 1 crew
Certification basis
CAR 10. Type Certificate No. G1IN issued October 27, 1962.
Safety & ops history
Where to look next
Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
This aircraft
Tools
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Austria-S — frequently asked
How many people can the Schempp-Hirth Austria-S carry?
The Schempp-Hirth Austria-S seats up to 1 across its variants.
What is the MTOW of the Schempp-Hirth Austria-S?
The Schempp-Hirth Austria-S's maximum take-off weight is 350 kg.
What is the ICAO type designator for the Schempp-Hirth Austria-S?
The Schempp-Hirth Austria-S's ICAO type designator is GLID.
How many Schempp-Hirth Austria-S aircraft are registered worldwide?
Sprinkle tracks 17 registered Schempp-Hirth Austria-S airframes worldwide.
Registered Austria-S aircraft
Individual Austria-S airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.