BEERS CURTIS E· ICAO24 a8158a· last seen 2d ago
N62SX is a Schempp-Hirth Arcus, a single-engine piston aircraft operated by BEERS CURTIS E. SkyMeter has tracked 32 flights totalling 10 hours of airtime via ADS-B. The most frequent segment is KX50 to KX50. Service window in our records spans 404 days. Of those flights, 6 (18.8%) carry at least one detected incident: a go-around, unstable approach, stall warning, or runway excursion. The Schempp-Hirth Arcus has a maximum takeoff weight of 1,543 lb, light wake category.
About the Schempp-Hirth Arcus
The Schempp-Hirth Arcus is a German-built high-performance two-seat sailplane that bridges the gap between pure gliders and self-launching motor gliders. Introduced in the mid-2000s, the Arcus features a retractable sustainer engine, typically a small piston powerplant that extends for self-launch or to reach thermal-rich airspace, then retracts flush into the fuselage to preserve the aircraft's exceptional glide performance. With a wingspan of 20 meters and a best glide ratio exceeding 45:1, the Arcus competes at the top tier of the FAI 20-meter two-seat class, combining cross-country speed with the safety and training advantages of dual controls.
The type is popular among soaring clubs and private owners who value the flexibility of engine-assisted departures without sacrificing the purity of soaring flight once airborne. Its composite construction, sleek lines, and sophisticated wing design make it a frequent sight at gliding competitions across Europe and North America. SkyMeter has tracked flights across airframes and operators, with the largest observed operator.
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