The Glaser-Dirks DG-200 is a 15 metre class glider built by Glaser-Dirks, now DG Aviation GmbH Design started in 1976, and it first flew in 1977.
The glider design includes: According to Dick Johnson in his Flight Test Evaluation of the DG-200 published in the Soaring Magazine in July 1980: "The sailplane is a real beauty to behold with its excellent finish and sleek pointed nose.
The canopy is exceptionally good, and it provides outstanding forward visibility for the pilot.
The cockpit is outstandingly good for moderately sized pilots; I have never flown a sailplane that was more comfortable.
It belongs to the same generation as the Rolladen-Schneider LS3, Alexander Schleicher ASW 20, Schempp-Hirth Mini-Nimbus, Eiri-Avion PIK-20 and Glasflügel Mosquito.