[2] Schweizer developed a line of gliders starting in World War II.
Removable wings, and the ability to be transported by trailer were also criteria for keeping airport-based hangar costs down.
The fuselage is of aluminum construction with a welded steel tube tail structure.
The engine uses a cowling with exposed cylinders like a J-3 Cub for simplicity and cooling efficiency.
Wing mounted spoilers were retained from the 1-26, allowing steep low-speed descents at about a 5:1 glide ratio.