title: Preiss RHJ-8
text: # Preiss RHJ-8
  
  The Preiss RHJ-8 is a homebuilt side-by-side two-seat flapped glider. It is an evolution of the Preiss RHJ-7, which was developed from a Schreder HP-14. First flown in 1970. The wingspan was slightly increased and the empennage was changed to a T-configuration, with the stabilator mounted atop the vertical stabilizer. The undercarriage is partially retractable (modified by some builders to be fully retractable) and the large canopy swings open to the rear.
  
  ## Specifications
  
  General characteristics
  
  * Crew: one pilot
  * Capacity: one passenger
  * Length: 22 ft 10 in (6.95 m)
  * Wingspan: 58 ft 0 in (17.68 m)
  * Wing area: 145 sq ft (13.5 $m^2)$
  * Aspect ratio: 23.2
  * Empty weight: 570 lb (259 kg)
  * Gross weight: 1,000 lb (454 kg)
  
  Performance
  
  * Maximum glide ratio: 38 estimated
  