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Interesting facts about the Glidersport LightHawk
✈ The Glidersport LightHawk is a single seat American ultralight glider designed specifically to comply with US FAR Part 103 regulations, which means it qualifies as a true ultralight with no pilot licence required in the United States.
✈ Glidersport of Arlington Washington developed the LightHawk to create an extremely lightweight soaring aircraft with a simple structure and low empty weight of 68 kg 150 lb.
✈ The LightHawk uses a high aspect ratio 15 metre wingspan to achieve a verified maximum glide ratio of 35 to 1, making it capable of efficient thermal soaring for experienced ultralight pilots.
✈ With a wing area of 12 m² and wing loading of 14.17 kg/m², the design balances low sink performance with structural simplicity for recreational soaring.
✈ The aircraft was offered as a kit, allowing owners to assemble and maintain their LightHawk themselves which appeals to hands on buyers seeking low operating costs.
✈ Its maximum gross weight of 170 kg 375 lb keeps it within the ultralight category while still supporting practical pilot weight and safe soaring margins.
✈ The LightHawk’s lightweight airframe enables a rate of sink of approximately 0.36 m/s 71 ft/min, an important figure for buyers focused on thermal performance.
✈ Because production numbers were limited, Glidersport LightHawk aircraft for sale are relatively rare on the open market which can make well maintained examples particularly attractive to specialist ultralight soaring enthusiasts.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Glidersport LightHawk
The Glidersport LightHawk was produced as a single core ultralight glider model without widely recognised factory variants. Buyers will typically encounter differences based on build standard, kit completion quality and owner installed instruments rather than official production versions. As a result, prospective owners should focus on structural condition, wing integrity and build documentation rather than searching for distinct factory sub models.
Glidersport LightHawk Specifications
Information provided here is as a guide only. This information should not be used for flight planning or other aircraft operations. Aircraft model variations, custom specifications, modifications, upgrades and age will have a considerable impact on the details listed below. Please check with the seller, manufacturer or aviation authority for the precise aircraft specifications.
Wingspan: 15 m (49 ft 3 in)
Wing Area: 12 m² (130 sq ft)
Empty Weight: 68 kg (150 lb)
Maximum Gross Weight: 170 kg (375 lb)
Rate of Sink: 0.36 m/s (71 ft/min)
Wing Loading: 14.17 kg/m² (2.90 lb/sq ft)
FAQs About the Glidersport LightHawk
What category of aircraft is the Glidersport LightHawk?
The Glidersport LightHawk is an ultralight glider designed to meet US FAR Part 103 rules, placing it in the single seat non powered ultralight category.
How many seats does the Glidersport LightHawk have?
The LightHawk has a single seat configuration intended solely for one pilot with no provision for a passenger.
What glide performance can buyers expect from a Glidersport LightHawk?
The aircraft has a verified maximum glide ratio of 35 to 1 and a low rate of sink of approximately 0.36 m/s, making it suitable for thermal soaring in appropriate conditions.
Was the Glidersport LightHawk sold factory built or as a kit?
Glidersport offered the LightHawk as a kit aircraft, so build quality and finish can vary between examples currently listed for sale.
How much did a Glidersport LightHawk cost?
Historical US listings in the early 2000s typically advertised kit prices in the region of approximately $9,000 to $12,000 depending on specification and completion stage during that period.
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