VJ -23 motor glider,hag glider

Price: POA

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Advert Created: 27-Sep-2025
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Country: United Kingdom
Region: London

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Summary

VJ-23 Motor Glider (2013). Tribute to David Cook's Channel-crossing hang glider. Based on original drawings, meticulously built (700 hours, £2000 materials). Requires engine upgrade (currently 10hp). 15-20hp paramotor recommended. Trailer included. Aviation history needing enthusiast. Offers welcome! Must sell.

Description

Hello,
I am selling my Vj-23 motor glider. Build in 2013.

History of this type aircraft is extraordinary.
Back to1975 David Cook build high performance hand glider VJ-23 with
9 hp chainsaw engine and flew a cross English Channel.That time was big achievement.
https://youtu.be/0m9UGi2mH2U?si=JPc2J5zlSNx5DBVt

I have met David, received original drawings and build VJ in 2013 and painted in same colour..It costs me to build £2000 for materials and 700 hours.
Tested myself.After some test flights I realised that engine is not powerful enough and is climbing rate is low. Only 125CC approx 10hp and 35 kg propeller trust.
You can see on you tube.

https://youtu.be/fPQ98sKy40s?si=WZTltjgmxB16h1yZ

Paramotor engine 15-20hp would be ideal.
Also trailer available.
Lost interest.
Must go.
Make me on offer