Lak LAK-20M
The LAK-20M is the self-launching version of the Lithuanian LAK-20 Vega, an Open Class two-seat sailplane whose outer wing panels can be swapped to fly at either 23 or 26 metres of span, tailoring the glider to different tasks. A retractable 47 kW Solo engine lets it take off under its own power rather than needing a tow, folding away once airborne to keep drag low. Composite construction, a T-tail, and retractable gear reflect its competition pedigree. Only a handful of prototypes were completed before LAK froze further development, making it one of the rarest Open Class two-seaters ever built.
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The LAK-20M is a two-seat Open Class sailplane with swappable outer wing panels for 23- or 26-metre spans and a retractable launch engine.
Specifications
| Length | 8.5 m (28 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23 m (75 ft) |
| Height | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Persons on board | 2 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 0.8 t |
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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