NEWS: We are thrilled to announce the recent establishment of JSDG Production GmbH, dedicated to ensuring the future production of the DG-1000 series! In a strategic partnership between DG Aviation and Jonker Sailplanes, we are leveraging shared resources and creating cost-effective production opportunities. The state-of-the-art DG facilities in Bru …
We are extremely thankful as we mark the achievement of our 300th JS Glider and the simultaneous completion of the 200th JS3! Our heartfelt gratitude extends to each and every customer, partner, friend, and employee of Jonker Sailplanes for their invaluable contribution in turning this dream into a reality. Here’s to the next 300 JS gliders and …
On August 29, 2023, the Coastal Soaring Association made a remarkable mark at the National Naval Aviation Museum by setting up an awe-inspiring soaring exhibit in the Blue Angel Atrium. This prestigious museum, situated within the Naval Air Station Pensacola, is renowned as “The Cradle of U.S. Naval Aviation” as it plays a pivotal role …
Philip Lee’s Flight Across California’s Central Valley JS3 RES pilot Philip Lee of California recently flew from Minden, Nevada to his home field of Hollister, California by executing a brilliant (and seldom-attempted in the soaring community) glide across California’s Central Valley. He conservatively elected to depart Minden usin …
On Sunday, July 2nd, Jim Lee, a glider pilot from Nevada, North America, achieved a remarkable feat by flying his JS1-C glider from Minden, Nevada, all the way to Moriarty, New Mexico. Covering a staggering distance of over 800 miles (approximately 1300 km). In a mere 9 hours and 18 minutes, Jim accomplished this journey, displaying incredible skill …
After almost a year-long delay from the original schedule, the JS3 RES aircraft has finally been granted Type Certification (TC) by EASA. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the JS/M&D and SOLO teams! The journey to obtain EASA certification for the JS3 RES aircraft was incredibly challenging and complex, and the impact of the Cov …
The German Nationals in Open, 18m, and Double Seater class recently concluded, providing pilots with exceptional weather conditions over the past two weeks. Out of 13 possible days in Bayreuth, there were 11 competition days, thanks to the continuous influence of a high-pressure system over the north of Germany. This system brought in a strong and …
From the 27th of May to the 4th of June, 31 pilots gathered to compete in the Open Class at the annual UK Nationals in Lasham. Despite a tough week with primarily blue and windy conditions, Andy Davis once again emerged as the champion flying his JS-MD 1C “80”. In second place was Ian MacArthur flying an 18-meter JS1B “DZ”, …
Have you ever been dreaming of flying an ultimate glider? All glider pilots love to fly the most modern gliders on the market. But not all pilots have the time and resources to maintain their own personal glider. We, therefore, are creating opportunities to fulfill some of your dreams – renting a modern JS glider. YOUR DREAM is OUR MISSION Maybe …
The 55th international Hahnweide competition is just done and dusted. Dusted is maybe not the correct word as there was a lot of moisture funneled in by low-pressure systems from Italy dominating the European weather conditions. The task setters did an amazing job with the given weather situation and squeezed out the maximum possible tasks and real …
“The JS1 is truly a revelation. I was surprised by how easy gliding can actually be. The ground handling is really easy, everything makes sense. The flight characteristics are amazing, you feel the thermal better and don’t have to concentrate so much on the flying. I keep being amazed by the performance, especially in 21 m. The JS1 climbs wel …
2022! What an incredible flying season! I had two personal goals for the season and one big goal we set as the “Hannoverscher Aero Club” (HAeC): I wanted to fly more than 800 km and circumnavigate Berlin starting from the Oppershausen-Airfield. As a club, we were highly motivated to fly fast distances to move up to the second league in Germany. The …
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