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Lange Aviation Antares 23E
- Battery Capacity:
- Propulsion System: Direct-drive fixed-pitch composite propeller (2 m diameter)
- Service Ceiling (Max Altitude): 3,000 m (≈ 9,840 ft) under motor power
- Takeoff / Landing Type: Self-launch / glider landing
PROS
- Zero-emission flight: Fully electric propulsion with clean, silent operation
- High efficiency: Excellent aerodynamics and long wingspan for extended glide ratio
- Self-launching: No need for tow plane or winch assistance
- Advanced engineering: Lightweight carbon composite airframe
- Smart systems: Integrated diagnostics and CAN-bus avionics
- Low maintenance: Fewer moving parts compared to combustion systems
CONS
- Single-seat only: Limited to solo flight (no passenger training use)
- High initial cost: Expensive for private glider pilots
- Long charging time: Up to 9 hours on standard power
- Limited battery data: Official capacity and detailed range figures not published
- Dependent on infrastructure: Needs access to hangar power for recharging
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Full Specifications
Overview Electric Flying Vehicle
| Model | Lange Aviation Antares 23E |
| Manufacturer | Lange Aviation GmbH |
| Base Price | 175000 |
Electric Flying Vehicle Dimensions & Build
| Aircraft Type | Self-launching electric sailplane (open-class glider) |
| Length | 7.45 m (24.4 ft) |
| Wingspan / Rotor Diameter | 23.00 m (75.5 ft) |
| Height | 1.88 m (6.2 ft) |
| Empty Weight | 530 kg |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW) | 850 kg |
| Passenger Capacity | 1 (pilot) |
| Landing Gear Type | Retractable hydraulic landing gear |
Power & Propulsion
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion battery packs integrated in the wing leading edges |
| Battery Brand | Lange proprietary system |
| Charging Input Voltage |
Standard 220 V AC mains socket |
| Charging Time | Up to 9 hours (standard) |
| Solar / Hybrid Assist | None |
| Motor | Brushless DC electric motor (external rotor) |
| Total Power Output | 42 kW (≈ 57 hp) |
| Propulsion System | Direct-drive fixed-pitch composite propeller (2 m diameter) |
| transmission | Direct drive |
Electric Flying Vehicle Performance
| Maximum Range | Up to 380 km |
| Climb Rate | 4 m/s (≈ 790 ft/min) |
| Service Ceiling (Max Altitude) | 3,000 m (≈ 9,840 ft) under motor power |
| Takeoff / Landing Type | Self-launch / glider landing |
| Noise Level (dB) | Extremely low (electric propulsion, quiet operation) |
| Flight Modes | Electric self-launch mode / unpowered glider mode |
Safety & Systems
| Avionics | CAN-bus architecture, EDCS-4 main computer, wireless diagnostics |
| Flight Control | Conventional glider controls (ailerons, flaperons, airbrakes) |
| Safety Features |
Crumple-zone nose Reinforced survival-space cockpit Ground/air detection to prevent gear retraction on ground |
| Certifications | EASA type-certified (EA42 electric propulsion system) |
Interior & Comfort
| Seating Layout | Single-seat cockpit |
| Cabin Type | Panoramic bubble canopy with high visibility |
| Infotainment & Displays | Flight and battery monitoring displays |
| Storage Compartments | Minimal (glider-style cockpit) |
| Other Features |
Adjustable seat for pilots 1.54 – 1.94 m tall Canopy supported by gas spring (can taxi with canopy open) |
Capacities
| Passenger Capacity | 1 (pilot) |
| Payload Capacity | 320 kg (including pilot, batteries, ballast) |
| Cargo Capacity | Up to 247 L (~247 kg) |
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