Schweizer SGS 1-35

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07 Apr 2026 · © Tom Johnston

Schweizer 1-35 before and after a soaring day

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Aircraft

SGS 1-35 GLID

White, contes number K9

C-GYSO

Registration

Manufacturer

Schweizer

Gear

iPhone 13

Achievements

Vintage Voyager

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Location

45.1036, -75.6246

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Insights

Aviation History

A popular two-seat training glider used worldwide for ab initio and aerobatic training. Designed in Poland, entered production in 1979.

Fleet Rarity

Not rare, with hundreds produced worldwide, still commonly found at gliding clubs.

Record Flights

Commonly used in world and national gliding competitions; suited for basic aerobatics training.

Safety & Events

Occasional incidents (landing mishaps, hard landings typical for gliders), but a generally safe and reliable training aircraft type.

Future Outlook

Still in service at many glider clubs; likely to remain in operation for the foreseeable future.

Specifications

None (pure glider/sailplane)

Engine

15.0 meters

Wingspan

5.84 meters

Length

Dependent on thermal/glide; not applicable as for powered aircraft

Range

Typically around 85 km/h (best L/D speed)

Speed

1 (pilot)

Capacity

422 kilograms

MTOW

1.12 meters

Height

N/A

Thrust

Silent/unpowered; non-applicable

Noise