The “neo Winglet Comeback” for the PIK-20? – And YOU can help make it happen!

[Alexander Tummes]

Many of us love the PIK-20 for its unique handling and character – but one thing is missing compared to similar aircraft of its time, such as the LS3: modern winglets.

I am currently in direct contact with DG Aviation to explore the possibility of developing new “neo winglets” for the PIK-20 / 20B / 20D. And here’s the exciting part: DG is open to the idea!

There is no “no” — but the community needs to show that there is real demand.

Why this project could matter

• Modern neo winglets could significantly improve handling, climbing, thermalling performance, and overall efficiency.

• There are still 200+ Pik 20B/D and 100+ Pik20E gliders worldwide — enough potential for a development project.

• Access to original design documentation is available, making technical evaluation realistic.

Now it’s your turn!

DG will continue evaluating the project if enough feedback from the PIK-20 community is collected.

Submit your interest (1–2 minutes):

https://forms.gle/VT1CaeVHAcmm5o189

 

Every response matters — please take a moment to participate!

[Elijah Brown]

I clicked on it to participate but the price options are all higher than I would pay. Maybe you should add more options to the survey so at least you know what a market price point is, vs people like me just not filling it out? I know it's expensive to do this stuff but 4000 euro is just too much to spend on winglets for an old glider, in my opinion...

[Michael Underwood]

Agreed! Even $4,000USD would be over 10% the current resale value in North America.

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[John McWilliam]

It is not worth paying EU4000 for winglets, that is far too much.

Out here in Australia Pik20’s have home made winglets that cost a fraction of that.

EU1,000 would be popular but any more and the project will die due to overpricing.

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[Skynomad Bulgaria]

Hello Elijah

Can you share more info on the Australian winglets. I am very interested i  the topic. 

I also agree 4000 euro is way too much for wingleta but I understand also where it comes from - making them would be the easy and not so expensive part - legalising them to EASA standsrds would be a black hole for money.

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[Joe G]

I've been interested in installing winglets for years.

I have decided that I do not want to do that because it will invalidate my operating limitations document requiring me to get a new one with the FAA.

My current document gives me much less restrictions than the way they are currently being written. 

So for me its not about the money, its about the loss of flexibility and freedom.

Joe G

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