The story
The Discus dominated Standard Class soaring in the late 1980s, winning world championships and setting the template every rival chased. Its gently swept leading edge became a signature, and hundreds still race and soar every weekend across the globe.
The Discus won six World Gliding Championships in a row, from 1985 to 1995.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Discus?
Slim white sailplane with a T-tail and a crescent-like wing: the leading edge sweeps BACK toward the tips in three straight steps, unlike the straight-edged gliders of its era. Many carry retrofitted winglets.
What does a Discus sound like?
Silence, then a soft whoosh as it slips overhead on final glide.
How fast is the Discus?
Top speed is 135 kts.
How many passengers does the Discus carry?
Up to 0. A typical layout is single-seat sailplane.
How big is the Discus?
It is 21 ft 11 in long and 49 ft 3 in (15m) across the wings.
When did the Discus first fly?
Its first flight was in 1984.
How many Discuss have been built?
850+ built.
How rare is a Discus in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Discus catch is worth 25 points.
