Stemme’s S10/S12 Cross Country Motorglider

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Stemme S10VT and S12 motorgliders utilize a Rotax 914 turbocharged engine.
  • These aircraft boast a remarkable 50:1 glide ratio and an 18,000-foot service ceiling.
  • They are equipped for both day and night VFR operations.
  • The aircraft are suitable for both competitive soaring and long-distance flights.
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Powered by a Rotax 914 turbocharged engine, the Stemme S10VT and the in-development S12 represent the latest in touring motorglider technology. With a 50:1 glide ratio, 18,000-foot service ceiling and day and night VFR capability, the aircraft can be used for competition and long-distance travel. Aviation Consumer magazine editor Larry Anglisano took a closer look at the aircraft at the Soaring Society of America’s national convention in Greenville, South Carolina.

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