Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, First Take Off of a fully printed (FDM) sailplane. is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by wersy, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

First Take Off of a fully printed (FDM) sailplane. 3D printable model by wersy

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First Take Off of a fully printed (FDM) sailplane.

Source: Thingiverse by wersy

The First Take Off of a fully printed (FDM) sailplane. is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by wersy. To see it flying click the video button or watch it on You Tube First of all: Yes, it flies wonderful, easy to fly with surprising self stabilisation. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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Tags: 3D printing, aeroplane, airplane, air plane, fully printed, hobby, plane, printed, RC airplanes, reprap, wings

About this model

To see it flying click the video button or watch it on You Tube First of all: Yes, it flies wonderful, easy to fly with surprising self stabilisation. But a little bit faster than motor glider generally use to fly ;-) And the best off all: It lands by itself... In the meantime it learnt to land more softly and got strong wings: Here you can see it fly: And here is another video with stronger middle sections of the v-form wings: And now - one year later, I finished my big aerobatic flying wing: and Helmut even added ailerons on his plane:

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. First Take Off of a fully printed (FDM) sailplane. is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by wersy.
Who made this model?: Designed by wersy, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.