Schweizer SGS 2-33A

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07 Apr 2026 · © Tom Johnston

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Aircraft

SGS 2-33A GLID

Royal Canadian Air Cadets yellow and blue training livery

C-GKRR

Registration

Airline

Royal Canadian Air Cadets

Manufacturer

Schweizer

Gear

iPhone 13

Location

St Jean Airport

YJN/CYJN

45.2973, -73.2830

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St Jean Airport YJN

Airport

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Aviation History

Widespread 2-seat glider used for ab-initio training, particularly in the Canadian Air Cadet gliding program.

Fleet Rarity

Common in training fleets in Canada and Poland, but uncommon elsewhere.

Record Flights

Widely used for soaring and training; some regional cross-country flights, not usually for records.

Safety & Events

No notable major incidents on record; glider operations inherently low risk if managed under training protocols.

Future Outlook

Active - Used by Air Cadets of Canada for primary glider training.

Specifications

None (glider – unpowered)

Engine

16.0 m

Wingspan

8.38 m

Length

Gliders do not have a fixed range; endurance depends on soaring conditions

Range

Glide speed ~76 km/h

Speed

2 (tandem seating)

Capacity

431 kg

MTOW

2.16 m

Height

Very low (unpowered glider)

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