Schempp-Hirth Ventus Aircraft

The Schempp-Hirth Ventus is a high-performance single-seat sailplane with a strong cross-country and competition pedigree. Across its generations it pairs excellent glide performance with Schempp-Hirth build quality, and is widely available in pure, turbo (sustainer) and self-launching versions — making it a benchmark choice for serious cross-country and racing pilots.

Schempp-Hirth Ventus aircraft for sale

1 used Schempp-Hirth Ventus aircraft for sale · Used median asking $6,860 · updated 2026-07-10

Schempp-Hirth Ventus Specifications

Model spec

Schempp-Hirth has not yet published final specifications for the Ventus. This section will populate automatically once official specs are released — in the meantime you can browse current listings above.

Schempp-Hirth Ventus for Sale

Schempp-Hirth Ventus asking prices range from $6,860 to $6,860, with a median of $6,860.

1979 Schempp-Hirth Vtc

1979 Schempp-Hirth Vtc for sale
$6,860 ↓ -$161
For Sale
Total Time 988
Location Eime, Germany
Via wmit Contact
Listed 2mo ago

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Schempp-Hirth Ventus Price & Cost

How much does a Schempp-Hirth Ventus cost? Used Ventus prices: from $6K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.

Schempp-Hirth Ventus Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Schempp-Hirth Ventus

Buying a Schempp-Hirth Ventus comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

  • Generation/version — Ventus generation and pure vs turbo vs self-launch; major value/performance driver.
  • Powerplant (if fitted) — sustainer/self-launch engine type, hours and condition.
  • Gelcoat & composite — gelcoat condition, refinish history and structural inspection.
  • Instruments — vario/flight-computer/transponder fit and currency.
  • Trailer & rigging — condition and completeness; part of the value.

Frequently Asked Questions — Schempp-Hirth Ventus

Cost?
From $6,860 to $6,860, median $6,860 across 1 listings; generation and powerplant
Pure, turbo or self-launch?
Turbo (sustainer) extends range/safety margins; self-launch adds
Ventus vs Discus?
The Ventus is the higher-performance racing single-seater; the Discus is the
Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
Listings last refreshed 2026-07-10 · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data