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Vickers-Slingsby Vega Sport ECL
Vickers-Slingsby Vega Sport ECL. The swansong of British sailplane manufacturing, the 15m flapped Vega Sport had retractable undercarriage, with optional 0.75m wing-tip extensions and the Vega Club had a fixed undercarriage. Date: circa 1982
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1982 Extensions Fixed Manufacturing Optional Retractable Sailplane Undercarriage Vega Wing Tip Flapped
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This photograph showcases the Vickers-Slingsby Vega Sport ECL, a 15-meter sailplane that marked the end of an era for British sailplane manufacturing. Produced in the early 1980s, the Vega Sport ECL was a flapped wing design, featuring a retractable undercarriage as standard equipment. For those seeking additional stability and performance, optional 0.75-meter wing-tip extensions were available. The Vega Club variant of this aircraft, however, came equipped with a fixed undercarriage. The Vega Sport ECL was a testament to the advanced engineering and design capabilities of its time. Its sleek, aerodynamic shape and innovative features made it a favorite among glider pilots. The aircraft's versatility and performance were unmatched, providing a thrilling and exhilarating flight experience. The Vega Sport ECL represented the pinnacle of British sailplane manufacturing, embodying the spirit of innovation and excellence that had come to define the industry. With its retractable undercarriage and optional wing-tip extensions, it was a true marvel of aeronautical engineering. This photograph captures the essence of a bygone era in aviation history, a time when the art and science of flight were pushed to new heights.
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