Schreder HP-12
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The Schreder HP-12 was an American FAI Standard Class glider designed by Richard Schreder for the 1965 World Gliding Championships.[1]
| HP-12 | |
|---|---|
| Role | Glider |
| National origin | United States |
| Designer | Richard Schreder |
| First flight | 1965 |
| Introduction | 1965 |
| Status | sole example destroyed |
| Primary user | Richard Schreder |
| Number built | 1 |
The HP-12 is often confused with a completely different aircraft, the Schreder HP-12A.[1]
Design and development
The HP-12 (HP stands for high performance) was an all-metal sailplane that Schreder developed to take to the United Kingdom for the 1965 World Championships held in South Cerney, England.[1][2]
Operational history
The sole HP-12 built was being flown by John Karlovich when it suffered a structural failure over Marfa, Texas while flying in the 1972 US Nationals. Karlovich successfully bailed out of the aircraft, but the HP-12 was destroyed.[1]
Specifications (HP-12)
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General characteristics
- Crew: 1
See also
References
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