BGA glider data sheet - SD-3 & SD-3-15T

Data source: BGA data sheet Manufacturer: Swales Developments Link to mandatory mods:

Date of issue:

Weighing Data:

Kg Pounds

Max weight SD-3 (13.5 meters) 333 735

BGA concession non-aerobatic max weight (SD-3) [+3%]

343 757

Max weight SD-3-15 (15 meters) 349 770

BGA concession non-aerobatic max weight (SD-3-15) [+3%]

360 793

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

mm Inches 175 6.9 314 12.35

Control deflections in mm
Up Down Distance -
hinge to measuring point
Ailerons
Elevator Rudder

Longitudinal datum: Wing root LE

Horizontal datum:

Maximum speeds

Knots Kph

VNE

116 215 Aerotow

Rough air

75 139 Winch / auto tow

Manoeuvre

Airbrakes open

Knots 75 65

Kph 139 120

Max free play

Max winch weak link: 600 kg (Blue) Tyre pressure:Main psi (Bar) Semi aerobatic, cloud flying permitted These all-metal gliders are developments of the BG135 Gypsy. The SD-3-13V is 13.5 M span & has a V tail. The SD-3-15 is 15 M span. The SD-3-15T has a T tail.

This sheet compiled by: Tim Macfadyen Date: 28 Feb 2003 Page 184 of 218