Models
| Model | Type | Registered | Valid | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS-4 | Glider | 36 | 36 | 1980-2000 |
| LS8-18 | Glider | 21 | 21 | 1998-2002 |
| LS 4A | Glider | 19 | 19 | 1980-1989 |
| LS-6 | Glider | 17 | 16 | 1985-2001 |
| LS-6B | Glider | 10 | 10 | 1980-1989 |
| LS-8A | Glider | 6 | 6 | 1996-1999 |
| LS-1C | Glider | 5 | 5 | 1969-1971 |
| LS 7 | Glider | 4 | 4 | 1989-1989 |
| LS-6A | Glider | 2 | 2 | 1987-1987 |
| LS-7WL | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1989-1989 |
| LS-1B | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1969-1969 |
| LS 4-B | Glider | 1 | 1 | 2002-2002 |
| LS-6C | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1993-1993 |
| LS8 | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1994-1994 |
Rolladen-Schneider Flugzeugbau aircraft in the FAA registry
Rolladen-Schneider was a major glider manufacturer based in Egelsbach near Frankfurt, Germany. The company originally produced rolling doors and shutters before Willi and Walter Schneider shifted to aviation. Walter Schneider, an avid pilot, recruited designer Wolf Lemke, leading to the first glider in 1967.
According to the FAA registry, data as of 2026-10-16, there are 125 registered Rolladen-Schneider Flugzeugbau aircraft. The registry lists the manufacturer name as "ROLLADEN-SCHNEIDER". Of these, 124 are valid registrations. Most of these gliders were built between 1969 and 2002. Half of the fleet was constructed in 1985 or earlier. All 125 registered aircraft are classified as gliders. In terms of airworthiness, 96 are experimental and 20 are standard.
The registered Rolladen-Schneider Flugzeugbau models show distinct production trends. The LS-4 is the most common model with 36 aircraft, built from 1980 to 2000. The LS8-18 follows with 21 aircraft, produced between 1998 and 2002. The LS 4A has 19 registrations, built from 1980 to 1989. The LS-6 accounts for 17 aircraft, built from 1985 to 2001. The LS-6B has 10 registrations, built from 1980 to 1989. The LS-8A includes 6 aircraft, built from 1996 to 1999. Each model has its own page with specifications and the type certificate data sheet (TCDS). Every aircraft has a registration record by N-number.
Geographic distribution shows California with 15 registrations, Florida with 10, and Pennsylvania with 7. Type certificate data sheets (TCDS) are available for key models. TCDS G45EU, held by DG Aviation GmbH, covers the LS-4 and LS 4A. TCDS G14CE, also held by DG Aviation GmbH, covers the LS8-18.
Figures from the FAA registry file as of Oct 16, 2026. Company background: Wikipedia, Rolladen-Schneider Flugzeugbau.