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Green-Tweed GT-2

The Green-Tweed GT-2 was an American, FAI Open Class single seat glider that was designed by George Tweed Jr and Jack Green.

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Design and development

The GT-2 was completed in 1963 and was intended to make up the performance deficiencies in the Tweed GT-1. The GT-2 had a 60 ft (18.3 m) span wing and a V-tail.

Only one GT-2 was built and the aircraft was registered in the Experimental - Amateur-Built category.

Operational history

The GT-2 was destroyed in a crash in 1969 when its ailerons became disconnected.

Specifications (GT-2)

Data from Soaring

General characteristics

  • Crew: One
  • Wingspan: 60 ft 0 in (18.29 m)
  • References

    Green-Tweed GT-2 Wikipedia