Schneider ES-59
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| ES59, VH-GNK at North Queensland Soaring Centre | |
| Type designation | ES 59 Arrow |
| Number built | unknown |
| Crew | 1 |
| Wingspan | 13.23 m |
| Wing area | 11.00 m² |
| Aspect ratio | 16 |
| Empty mass | ca. 174 kg |
| Water ballast | 0 kg |
| Maximum mass | 280 kg |
| Wing loading | 25.45 kg/m² |
| Maximum speed | 220 km/h |
| Rough air speed | 140 km/h |
| Maneuver speed | 140 km/h |
| Minimum sink rate | ca. 0.82 m/s at 84 km/h |
| Glide ratio | ca. 30 at 91 km/h |
The Schneider ES-59 Arrow is an Australian made sailplane manufactured in October of 1963. The Arrow was designed with a one-piece wing. The version built for the 1965 World Championships had a 15 meter two-piece. The Arrow has wood/fabric wings and tail and a wood fuselage.
