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The Schempp-Hirth Discus-2 (ICAO type DISC) is an aircraft of Germany origin, certificated in the Glider (Utility) category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 600 kg. It offers a service ceiling of 32,808 ft and seating for up to 1 across its variants.

Schempp-Hirth Discus-2

Schempp-Hirth Discus-2
DISC
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Last seen
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MTOW
600 kg
Range
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Seats
1
Discus-2
Schempp-Hirth · Discus-2
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
382
Active
382
Origin
Germany
Certifying authorities
FAA
Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
2a
2a
—600 kg——1
2b
2b
—600 kg——1
2c
2c
—600 kg——1
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS G17CE · Rev 1 · issued 2009-10-20

Category
Glider (Utility)
MTOW
565 kg
Seats
1 crew
Fuel
208 L
Ceiling
32,808 ft
Certification basis

14CFR21.23, 21.29 and 21.50 effective February 1, 1965 including Amendment 21-1 through 21-68; JAR22 Joint Airworthiness Requirements for Sailplanes and Powered Sailplanes (Change…

Read the TCDS (PDF) →
Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
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Fleet age

24 yearsmedian age

Of the 49 registered Schempp-Hirth Discus-2 with a known build year (13% of the 382 we track), the median age is 24 years.

Discus-2 — frequently asked
How many people can the Schempp-Hirth Discus-2 carry?

The Schempp-Hirth Discus-2 seats up to 1 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Schempp-Hirth Discus-2?

The Schempp-Hirth Discus-2's maximum take-off weight is 600 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Schempp-Hirth Discus-2?

The Schempp-Hirth Discus-2's ICAO type designator is DISC.

How many Schempp-Hirth Discus-2 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 382 registered Schempp-Hirth Discus-2 airframes worldwide.