General Aviation
Scheibe L Spatz Iii
Manufacturer: SCHEIBE
The Scheibe Spatz is a German single‑seat glider that first flew in 1952. It features a mixed construction of steel tubing and wood, with a shoulder‑mounted cantilever wing. The aircraft was produced until 1962 and was known for its light weight and good handling characteristics, making it popular among gliding clubs.
Aircraft Facts
- Type Key
- scheibe-l-spatz-iii
- Class
- General Aviation
- Registry Count
- 5
- Example Registration
- N3080U
Specifications
- Wingspan
- 15 m / 49 ft
- Length
- 6.25 m / 20 ft
- Max Speed
- 90 km/h / 56 mph
- Cruise Speed
- 90 km/h / 56 mph
- First Flight
- 1952
- Total Built
- 471
Variants
- L SPATZ III- 5 registrations - Example N3080U