Stemme Aircraft
1 used Stemme aircraft listings · $400,000–$400,000 · last refreshed 5 hours ago
About Stemme Aircraft Company
Stemme builds premium German self-launching motorgliders with a unique retractable nose propeller — the prop folds away behind a streamlined nose cone for clean, high-performance gliding, then deploys for powered flight. The side-by-side **S10** and modern **S12** offer long-span high-performance soaring plus genuine powered touring range; the **S6** is a lighter touring motorglider. Stemmes are prized for performance, range and versatility. There are currently 1 Stemme aircraft for sale.
Stemme Aircraft for Sale
Price $400,000–$400,000
Stemme Aircraft Price & Cost
How much does a Stemme aircraft cost? Current pricing for used Stemme aircraft (also known as Stemme choppers or Stemme helis) is broken down per model in the table below — covering acquisition price, hourly operating cost and overhaul cost.
| Type | Model | Used price range | Op cost / hr | Annual fixed | Overhaul cost | Listings for sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gliders | $400,000–$400,000 | — | — | — | 1 |
The cost of a Stemme aircraft depends on model, year, hours flown, avionics and condition. See operating costs and pre-buy checklist in the About section, or open a specific model page for a detailed price guide.
Stemme Models
Stemme Models — Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions — Stemme
What is a Stemme motorglider and who flies them?
Stemme builds high-performance self-launching sailplanes in Germany. The S10 and S12 feature retractable propellers that stow in a closeable nose dome — when retracted, the aircraft is a pure sailplane with 1:53 glide ratio on 82-foot wingspan (215 sq ft of wing area). The S12 cruises at 140 KTAS powered and can fly 950 nm on a single tank. About the closest thing to having both an airplane and a sailplane in one.
How does the Stemme S12 improve on the S10?
The S12 is described as a truly magnificent evolution of the already impressive S10. Key improvements include far more stable handling in steep banked turns (the S10 was finicky in such maneuvers), refined retractable propeller mechanism, and updated systems. Both models offer the unique ability to self-launch, climb to altitude under power, then shut down and soar for hours — combining powered cross-country with pure glider performance.
Is a Stemme worth the investment?
Stemme motorgliders are premium German engineering — prices reflect the sophistication of a retractable-prop self-launching sailplane with 82-foot carbon fiber wings. For serious soaring pilots who also want to self-launch and travel cross-country, the Stemme eliminates the need for a tow plane and offers touring capability no conventional glider can match. The small production numbers mean limited resale market but strong value retention.
Stemme Inventory by Country
| Germany | 4 |
| Spain | 1 |
| France | 1 |
| Poland | 1 |
| United States | 1 |
Recently Sold Stemme
| 2007 S10 VT Motor Glider | $300,690 |