What is the max altitude under power to battery depletion for the electric self-launch Silent?
With the standard batteries the electric self-launch Silent Club can climb to approximately 2000m (6600ft) on a charge. Most pilots will climb to a lesser altitude and shut it down in the first thermal, retaining the remainder of the charge for a save. Re-charge times are rapid and depend on the available outlet voltage (not the batteries). The Silent electric powerplant was initially developed for gliderports in Europe that have noise restrictions and are only allowed to winch launch. The electric Silents effectively circumvent these restrictions. The electric Silents represent the best solution based on available technology and cost. The Silent Club was the world’s first series production electric self-launcher and is the world’s only viable electric light sailplane.
