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Jonker Sailplanes is a glider manufacturer based in Potchefstroom, South Africa. [1]
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Jonker Sailplanes is a glider manufacturer based in Potchefstroom, South Africa. [1]
Uys Jonker and his brother, Attie Jonker founded Jonker Sailplanes in 2004. [2]
The following aircraft are in production or under development
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