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JS3 Rapture

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Revealed and first flight December 2016, the JS3 is a high-performance FIA 15m Class sailplane with optional Jet Sustainer or FES. The JS3 has some unique features like the pitot-static and TE probe on the horizontal stabilizer, optional retractable tail wheel, power adjustable pedals, and optional power adjustable seat back.

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Uys Jonker describes the new features in the JS3 Rapture. Video

8 years ago

Performance

L/DMax MinSink

Specifications

Aspect ratio

25.7

Span

15 m ft

Area

8.71 sq.m 93.75 sq.ft

Empty Weight

kg lb.

Payload

kg lb.

Gross Weight

525 kg 1157 lb.

Wing Load

60.3 kg/sq.m 12.35 lb./sq.ft

Water Ballast

kg lb.

General Details

Manufacturer Plane Name JS3 Rapture Classification 15m racing Country Of Origin South Africa Designer No. of Seats No. Built Airfoil Structure Engine

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