Avia 40-P

The Avia 40-P was intended as an economical glider suitable for clubs and individuals but with a competitive performance capable of record setting. It was the most popular pre-war French glider, with more than forty built and it continued to set records immediately after World War II.

Country: France

First flight: 30th May 1935

Crew: One

Length: 6.8 m (22 ft 4 in)

Wingspan: 14.9 m (48 ft 11 in)

Aspect ratio: 14.5

Max speed: 60 km/h

Weight: 146 kg (322 lb)

Bourget Museum (ParisFrance)

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