Steinruck SCS-1

The Steinruck SCS-1 is an American high-wing, single-seat, V-tailed glider that was designed by A.C. Cordas and constructed by Wade Steinruck.[1][2][3]

SCS-1
Role Glider
National origin United States
Manufacturer Wade Steinruck
Designer A.C. Cordas
Introduction 1959
Status Production completed
Primary user Wade Steinruck
Number built One

Design and development

Steinruck worked on the SCS-1 for many years in his spare time at his home in Spring Valley, California, completing the aircraft in 1959.[1][2]

The SCS-1 is built predominantly from aluminium. It features a V-tail and a three-piece wing with a NACA 33012 airfoil. The spoilers are located in a hatch that is behind the canopy.[1][2][4]

Operational history

The SCS-1 has been flown on several recreational 200 mi (322 km) out and return and triangle flights.[2]

In June 2011 the aircraft was still registered with the Federal Aviation Administration to Steinruck, 52 years after its completion.[3]

Specifications (SCS-1)

Data from Sailplane Directory and Soaring[1][2]

General characteristics

  • Crew: one
  • Wingspan: 44 ft 0 in (13.41 m)
  • Wing area: 132.5 sq ft (12.31 m2)
  • Aspect ratio: 14.6:1
  • Airfoil: NACA 33012
  • Empty weight: 326 lb (148 kg)
  • Gross weight: 550 lb (249 kg)

Performance

  • Maximum glide ratio: 30 at 55 mph (89 km/h)
  • Rate of sink: 132 ft/min (0.67 m/s) at 45 mph (72 km/h)
  • Wing loading: 4.15 lb/sq ft (20.3 kg/m2)

See also

Related lists

References
  1. Activate Media (2006). "SCS-1 Cordas". Retrieved 28 June 2011.
  2. Said, Bob: 1983 Sailplane Directory, Soaring Magazine, page 64, Soaring Society of America November 1983. USPS 499-920
  3. Federal Aviation Administration (June 2011). "Make / Model Inquiry Results N32K". Retrieved 28 June 2011.
  4. Lednicer, David (2010). "The Incomplete Guide to Airfoil Usage". Retrieved 28 June 2011.
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