Grob G-109
The Grob G 109 is a German motor glider with a retractable or folding propeller system and a long high-aspect-ratio wing. It can cruise under engine power, then shut down and soar like a glider. Its quiet, efficient design made it popular for touring and glider-club support.
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Did you know?
The G 109 can cruise under engine power, then shut the engine down and continue flying as a pure glider.
Specifications
| Length | 8.1 m (27 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.4 m (57 ft) |
| Height | 1.6 m (5 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 1 |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Crew | 2 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 0.8 t |
| Range | 700 NM (1,296 km) |
| Maximum speed | 120 kt (222 km/h) |
| Stall speed | 39 kt (72 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) |
| Rate of climb | 650 ft/min (3.3 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 196 m (643 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 100 l |
| Engines | 1x Limbach L2000 |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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