Stefan Langer Glider World Champion with his electric powered plane! Aero 2025

Описание: Stefan Langer two times world champion is presenting his Alexander Schleicher AS33 Me glider at AERO.

Stefan Langer, a German glider pilot, achieved a historic milestone in 2024 by winning the 18-meter class at the 38th FAI World Gliding Championships held in Uvalde, Texas. Flying the AS 33 Me, an electric self-launching glider, he secured first place with 95.8% of the maximum possible points, marking the best performance among all world champions that year .

What Is the AS Me Glider?

The AS Me series from Alexander Schleicher refers to the company’s self-launching electric gliders, designated by the suffix “Me” (from Motor elektrisch in German). These high-performance sailplanes integrate an electric motor that allows for independent takeoff—no towplane or winch needed.


Key Models:

• AS 34 Me – The first certified 18-meter class electric self-launching glider in the world.

• AS 33 Me – A high-performance competition sailplane in the 18m class, also available with electric self-launching capability.


AS 34 Me – Key Specs


• Wingspan: 15 or 18 meters (interchangeable wing tips)

• Motor: EMRAX electric motor (~35 kW)

• Battery: Integrated in wings
• Takeoff performance: Climb over 2,200 m on a single charge

• Range: Approx. 120–125 km in powered cruise (ideal for self-retrieve or fallback)

• First flight: 2020
• Certification: EASA certified

AS 33 Me – Key Specs
• Wingspan: 15/18 meters
• Design purpose: 18m-class competition sailplane with electric self-launch
• Powertrain: Same as AS 34 Me
• Glide ratio (L/D): 50
• Certification: EASA-certified electric variant of the award-winning AS 33 (source)


Why Pilots Love the AS Me Series
• Full independence – Launch anytime, anywhere without waiting for a tow
• Whisper-quiet operation – Low noise and no emissions

• Eco-friendly – No fuel needed, and no engine maintenance

• Lightweight system – Keeps soaring performance high

• Safety – Reliable electric redundancy, retractable power unit, low thermal signature



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