Models
| Model | Type | Registered | Valid | Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASW-27 | Glider | 72 | 68 | 1996-2004 |
| ASW-20 | Glider | 57 | 55 | 1977-1983 |
| ASK-21 | Glider | 43 | 43 | 1982-2006 |
| ASW-24 | Glider | 32 | 32 | 1988-1994 |
| KA 6 CR | Glider | 28 | 28 | 1959-1967 |
| ASW-19 | Glider | 26 | 25 | 1976-1978 |
| ASW-15 | Glider | 21 | 20 | 1969-1972 |
| ASW-20C | Glider | 20 | 20 | 1983-1987 |
| KA 6 E | Glider | 19 | 19 | 1965-1985 |
| K 8 B | Glider | 19 | 19 | 1962-1966 |
| ASW-19B | Glider | 17 | 17 | 1979-1985 |
| ASW-28 | Glider | 16 | 16 | 2000-2002 |
| AS-K13 | Glider | 14 | 14 | 1967-1972 |
| ASW27-18 | Glider | 13 | 13 | 2006-2010 |
| ASW-20B | Glider | 11 | 11 | 1983-1985 |
| ASW-24B | Glider | 9 | 9 | 1995-1998 |
| ASW-20BL | Glider | 8 | 8 | 1984-1986 |
| ASW-27B | Glider | 5 | 5 | 2001-2002 |
| ASW-20L | Glider | 5 | 5 | 1980-1981 |
| ASW-17 | Glider | 5 | 5 | 1972-1975 |
| ASH-25 | Glider | 5 | 5 | 1987-1991 |
| ASK-14 | Glider | 5 | 5 | 1968-1970 |
| ASW-15B | Glider | 5 | 5 | 1973-1976 |
| RHONLERCHE II | Glider | 4 | 4 | 1955-1961 |
| ASW-22 | Glider | 3 | 3 | 1982-1982 |
| ASW-24E | Glider | 3 | 3 | 1991-1991 |
| ASW-22BL | Glider | 3 | 3 | 1997-1998 |
| K 6 CR | Glider | 3 | 3 | 1959-1968 |
| KA 7 | Glider | 3 | 3 | 1961-1964 |
| ASH-25E | Glider | 3 | 3 | 1989-1992 |
| ASK 23B | Glider | 3 | 3 | 1991-1994 |
| AS-W12 | Glider | 3 | 3 | 1969-1969 |
| KA2 | Glider | 2 | 2 | 1955-1955 |
| KA 2B | Glider | 2 | 2 | 1958-1960 |
| KA 6 | Glider | 2 | 2 | 1957-1957 |
| KA 6 BR | Glider | 2 | 2 | 1957-1957 |
| KA 6 CR-PE | Glider | 2 | 2 | 1963-1964 |
| KA 8 B | Glider | 2 | 2 | 1960-1962 |
| ASK 18 | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1975-1975 |
| ASW-22BLE | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1990-1990 |
| KA 6 B | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1957-1957 |
| KA4 | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1960-1960 |
| K 6 CR-PE | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1963-1963 |
| K 8 | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1960-1960 |
| KA 10 | Glider | 1 | 1 | ?-? |
| CONDOR IV | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1959-1959 |
| GRUNAU BABY IIB | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1942-1942 |
| ASH25M | Glider | 1 | 0 | 2003-2003 |
| ASK-23 | Glider | 1 | 1 | 1985-1985 |
Schleicher aircraft in the FAA registry
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) lists 507 aircraft under the registry manufacturer name "SCHLEICHER". These registrations cover 49 distinct models, with 498 valid registrations recorded as of October 16, 2026. The fleet is predominantly composed of gliders, though the registry also includes 10 aircraft with reciprocating engines. Most of these aircraft were manufactured between 1957 and 2006, with half of the fleet built in 1982 or earlier.
The majority of registered aircraft fall under the standard airworthiness class (235), while 220 are classified as experimental. Geographically, California holds the most registrations with 81 aircraft, followed by New York with 29 and Kansas with 26. This distribution highlights the specific locations where these German-built sailplanes and training gliders are currently based in the United States.
Top Registered Models and Type Certificates
Several models dominate the registry, reflecting their production volume and enduring presence in US skies. The ASW-27 leads with 72 aircraft, built between 1996 and 2004. It is followed by the ASW-20 (57 aircraft, built 1977–1983), the ASK-21 (43 aircraft, built 1982–2006), and the ASW-24 (32 aircraft, built 1988–1994). The KA 6 CR accounts for 28 aircraft (built 1959–1967), and the ASW-19 represents 26 units (built 1976–1978).
Each of these models is supported by specific Type Certificate Data Sheets (TCDS) issued to Alexander Schleicher GmbH & Co. Segelflugzeugbau. The ASW-27 is covered under TCDS G05CE, the ASK-21 under TCDS G47EU, the ASW-24 under TCDS G84EU, and the KA 6 CR under TCDS 7G1. These documents define the airworthiness standards for the respective Schleicher models found in the registry.
Figures from the FAA registry file as of Oct 16, 2026.