Schweizer SGS 2-33A

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06 Apr 2026 · © Tom Johnston

C-GFMD and C-FXAE photographed from under the wing of C-FTGV

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Aircraft

SGS 2-33A GLID

Yellow/Blue Royal Canadian Air Cadets national standard

C-FXAE

Registration

Manufacturer

Schweizer

Gear

iPhone 13 iPhone 13 1x

Achievements

Vintage Voyager, Golden Hour Glory

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Location

Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport

YSH/CYSH

44.9476, -75.9413

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Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport YSH

Airport

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Aviation History

One of the most produced trainer aircraft in history, used worldwide for primary flight instruction.

Fleet Rarity

Very common, over 20,000 produced; still widely seen especially in North America.

Record Flights

No major record flights, but type has been used for long-distance light GA flights and flight training milestones.

Safety & Events

Generally safe, but common in minor training accidents due to frequency of use.

Future Outlook

Most still active; older airframes being gradually retired or upgraded.

Specifications

N/A

Engine

15.54 m

Wingspan

7.85 m

Length

Varies (Glider performance dependent on conditions)

Range

50 mph

Speed

2 passengers

Capacity

1080 lbs

MTOW

2.83 m

Height

N/A (Glider)

Thrust

Very low (non-powered glider)

Noise