Melsheimer FM-1
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| FM-1 | |
|---|---|
 The FM-1 in its original prototype configuration with the T-tail | |
| General information | |
| Type | Glider |
| National origin | United States |
| Designer | |
| Status | Production completed |
| Number built | One |
| History | |
| Introduction date | 1968 |
| First flight | 1968 |
The Melsheimer FM-1 is an American single-seat, high-wing, FAI Open Class glider that was designed and constructed by Frank Melsheimer.[1][2][3]
The FM-1 was first flown in 1968. The designation indicates the designer's initials.[1][2]
The FM-1 features mixed construction. The aft fuselage and wings are constructed from wood, with the forward fuselage made from welded steel tubing, covered in fibreglass. The wing employs a NACA 4400R airfoil. The aircraft was originally constructed with a T-tail, but this was later changed to a conventional low tail. The cockpit accommodation is one seat in a semi-reclining position.[1][2]
Only one example was completed and registered in the Experimental - Amateur-built category.[1][2][3]
Operational history
As of May 2011 the FM-1 was still on the Federal Aviation Administration registry.[3]