BGA glider data sheet - Kirby Kite 2B

Data source: The world’s Sailplanes Vol 1

Manufacturer:

UK Agent:

Web site:

Link to mandatory mods:

Date of issue: 1962

Phone:

Fax:

Weighing Data:
Max weight BGA concession non-aerobatic max weight (dry) [+3%]

Kg Pounds 295 650 304 670

Control deflections in degrees

Up Down Distance - Max

hinge to measuring point

free play

Ailerons °

°

Elevator °

°

Max pilot weight (seat load)
Forward C of G limit (aft of datum) Aft C of G limit (aft of datum) Front pilot position (forward)

mm 343 401 387

Inches 13.5 15.8 15.25

Trim Rudder

Left & right °

Longitudinal datum: Wing root LE

Horizontal datum:

Maximum speeds

Knots Kph

VNE

88 163 Aerotow

Rough air

68 126 Winch / auto tow

Knots 68 52

Kph 126 96

Max winch weak link: 500 Kg (white) Tyre pressure:psi (Bar) Semi aerobatic, Cloud flying permitted

Notes: -
Span 15 meters

This sheet compiled by: Tim Macfadyen Date: April 2002

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