For over 30 years, the Duo Discus has been setting the standards in gliding – no other aircraft in its class combines training comfort and high performance so convincingly.
Developed by the engineers at Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH, it has been delighting pilots worldwide with its outstanding performance, maximum reliability, and exceptional versatility.
In flight training, the Duo Discus impresses with its docile handling characteristics and high level of safety. The trailing-edge air brakes also make it a docile training aircraft.
At the same time, the aircraft delivers excellent flight performance, making it ideal for cross-country training and long-distance gliding.
An aircraft that can be used for everything from basic training to ambitious performance flying.
With the latest generation—the Duo Discus FES—this successful model has once again raised the bar. The integrated Front Electric Sustainer (FES) system is easy to operate and reliable, enabling independence and safety in flight operations without the fear of having to make an off-field landing
Thanks to state-of-the-art electrical engineering, the Duo Discus FES achieves motor run times of up to 60 minutes and a range of up to 100 km.
Your benefits at a glance
• Outstanding flight and handling characteristics
• Ideal for training, club flying, and cross-country flying
• Modern, reliable, and easy-to-use electric propulsion system (FES)
• High safety combined with excellent performance
• Minimal stress due to off-field landings thanks to electrical propulsion
• Proven quality of a globally successful glider
The Duo Discus FES is more than just a glider—it’s the perfect combination of innovation, safety, and flying fun.
If you are interested, please email us at sales(at)schempp-hirth.com or simply give us a call on +497021/7298202!
