Glaser-Dirks DG-400

DG-400
General information
Type18 metre class sailplane
National originGermany
ManufacturerGlaser-Dirks
Designer
Wilhelm Dirks
Number built290
History
Introduction date1981
First flightMay 1981
Developed fromGlaser-Dirks DG-200

The Glaser-Dirks DG-400 is a single-seat self-launching motorglider that was produced by Glaser-Dirks between 1981 and 1992. It was the first self-launching motorglider with retractable engine and propeller to be produced in large numbers.