Brief description Luftsportverein Bad Hersfeld E.v.
Luftsportverein Bad Hersfeld e.V., established in 1932, is an aviation club based at Flugplatz Langenberg near Hattenbach in the Hersfeld-Rotenburg district of Germany. The club operates a fleet including the Tecnam P92 Echo and the TL-3000 Sirius, an ultralight aircraft added in 2024 replacing the former Super Dimona motor glider. The TL-3000 Sirius features a glass cockpit with analog backup instruments and a 100-PS Rotax engine, suitable for training, local flights, and glider towing.
The club offers ultralight flight training requiring a minimum of 30 flight hours, including theory and solo flights, typically completed in 1-2 years depending on commitment and weather conditions. They also offer a "Pilot for a Day" experience, providing practical and theoretical insights into flying.
Community and aviation education are central to the club's activities, with active weekend flying sessions for members and guests. The ultralight aircraft bears the special registration D-MHEF, symbolizing the Hersfeld-Rotenburg district.