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Interesting facts about the Orličan VT-16 Orlík
✈ The Orličan VT-16 Orlík is a single seat high performance sailplane developed in Czechoslovakia during the late 1950s for competitive soaring and advanced cross country flying.
✈ Orličan built the VT-16 Orlík at its Kunovice facility, a site known for producing both gliders and powered aircraft which adds long term manufacturing credibility for buyers.
✈ The aircraft features a 16 metre wingspan which places it firmly in the Standard Class performance category of its era and influences its glide efficiency and handling characteristics.
✈ The VT-16 Orlík uses the NACA 64-818 laminar flow airfoil, a design choice that improves lift to drag performance at typical soaring speeds.
✈ With a maximum glide ratio of approximately 32.5 to 1, the Orlík delivers strong cross country capability for a 1960s composite and metal era sailplane.
✈ The structure combines metal construction with a streamlined fuselage profile, which contributes to durability and makes many surviving examples attractive on the resale market.
✈ Pilots value the Orlík for its responsive controls and efficient thermalling performance, making it suitable for experienced private owners seeking classic competition handling.
✈ Production numbers remained relatively limited which means well maintained VT-16 Orlík gliders can attract attention from collectors and vintage sailplane enthusiasts.
Model Variants for buyers to consider when purchasing a Orličan VT-16 Orlík
The primary variant is the VT-16 Orlík, with later development leading to the VT-116 Orlík II. The Orlík II incorporated structural refinements and detail improvements over the original production run, with more units built compared to the initial VT-16 series. For buyers this distinction can matter in terms of parts support, production numbers and potential resale appeal, particularly when comparing early examples to later Orlík II aircraft that may feature incremental manufacturing updates.
Orličan VT-16 Orlík 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, 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.
Length: 7.40 m
Wingspan: 16.0 m
Wing Area: 12.80 m²
Empty Weight: 215 kg
Maximum Take Off Weight: 320 kg
Stall Speed: 61 km/h
Maximum Glide Ratio: 32.5:1 at 71 km/h
Rate of Sink: 0.56 m/s at 63 km/h
Wing Loading: 25.0 kg/m²
FAQs About the Orličan VT-16 Orlík
What type of aircraft is the Orličan VT-16 Orlík?
The Orličan VT-16 Orlík is a single seat, non powered sailplane designed for competitive and advanced cross country soaring.
What is the wingspan of the Orličan VT-16 Orlík?
The aircraft has a 16 metre wingspan which influenced its classification and glide performance during its production era.
How does the Orličan VT-16 Orlík perform in glide ratio terms?
The VT-16 Orlík achieves a maximum glide ratio of approximately 32.5 to 1 at around 71 km/h, making it capable for cross country soaring.
When was the Orličan VT-16 Orlík produced?
The aircraft was developed and produced during the late 1950s and early 1960s in Czechoslovakia as part of Orličan’s expanding sailplane range.
What should buyers check when purchasing a Orličan VT-16 Orlík?
Buyers should review structural condition, fabric or surface finish state, logbook continuity and compliance with any national airworthiness directives applicable to vintage sailplanes.
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