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)
References
- Activate Media (2006). "SCS-1 Cordas". Retrieved June 28, 2011.
- Said, Bob: 1983 Sailplane Directory, Soaring Magazine, page 64, Soaring Society of America November 1983. USPS 499-920
- Federal Aviation Administration (June 2011). "Make / Model Inquiry Results N32K". Retrieved June 28, 2011.
- Lednicer, David (2010). "The Incomplete Guide to Airfoil Usage". Archived from the original on April 20, 2010. Retrieved June 28, 2011.