The Glasflügel 205 Club Libelle is a popular single-seat Standard Class sailplane introduced in the 1970s, designed for reliable soaring performance and club use. Discover Glasflügel 205 Club Libelle aircraft for sale worldwide on AvPay. Browse active Glasflügel 205 Club Libelle listings and find available sailplanes across the USA, North America, UK, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. Connect directly with aircraft brokers, private sellers, flying clubs, flight schools and manufacturers. Explore the full inventory of aircraft for sale on AvPay here!
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Interesting facts about the Glasflügel 205 Club Libelle
✈ Glasflügel designed the Club Libelle for club and rental use and built it in West Germany from 1973 to 1976.
✈ Production reached 171 aircraft, making it one of the most popular entry-level composite sailplanes of its era.
✈ The airframe uses fiberglass construction, a T-tail, a fixed monowheel and no flaps for simple handling and maintenance.
✈ The wing uses a Wortmann FX 66-K-17 airfoil with a 15.00 m span and 9.80 m² area.
✈ Typical performance includes a best glide ratio of 35:1 at about 97 km/h and a minimum sink near 0.60 m/s at about 75 km/h.
✈ Limiting speeds are clear: VNE 200 km/h, maneuvering 150 km/h, aerotow 135 km/h and winch 120 km/h.
✈ Empty weight is about 225 kg and the maximum take-off mass is 350 kg, giving a wing loading range of roughly 32–35.7 kg/m².
✈ The cockpit suits club fleets with a 110 kg maximum pilot seat load and easy rigging procedures.
Glasflügel 205 Club Libelle Specifications
Information provided here is a guide only. Do not use it for flight planning or aircraft operations. Model variations, modifications, upgrades and age will affect the details below. Confirm precise specifications with the seller, the manufacturer or the relevant aviation authority.
Length: 6.40 m (21 ft 0 in)
Wingspan: 15.00 m (49 ft 3 in)
Height: 1.40 m (4 ft 7 in)
Wing Area: 9.80 m² (105.5 sq ft)
Aspect Ratio: 23
Empty Weight: 225 kg (496 lb)
Max Take-Off Weight (MTOW): 350 kg (772 lb)
Maneuvering Speed (VA): 150 km/h (81 kt, 93 mph)
Aerotow Speed (VT): 135 km/h (73 kt, 84 mph)
Winch/Auto Tow Speed (VW): 120 km/h (65 kt, 75 mph)
Best Glide Ratio: 35:1 at ~97 km/h (52 kt, 60 mph)
Minimum Sink: ~0.60 m/s at ~75 km/h (40 kt, 47 mph)
Stall Speed (clean): ~67 km/h (36 kt, 42 mph)
FAQs About the Glasflügel 205 Club Libelle
How much does a Club Libelle cost?
Asking prices vary with condition, instruments and trailer. In 2023–2025, advertised Club Libelle 205 listings commonly ranged from about €13,700 to €20,000. Always verify current market prices with recent listings and a pre-buy inspection.
What makes the Club Libelle a good club glider?
It offers simple systems, gentle stall behavior and predictable handling. The fixed gear, no-flap wing and robust fiberglass structure reduce maintenance, which suits clubs and newer pilots.
What performance should buyers expect?
Expect about 35:1 best glide and a minimum sink near 0.60 m/s. Performance depends on weight, rigging accuracy and aircraft condition.
What are key pre-purchase checks?
Inspect control connections, airbrake hinges, elevator linkage, canopy, landing gear and fuselage bulkheads. Review logbooks, service bulletins and weight-and-balance data.
Is the Club Libelle type-certificated?
Yes. Glasflügel sailplanes, including the Club Libelle series, appear in the EASA type-certificate data set. Confirm the exact model and certification basis with your national authority.
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