[quote=tinman2006]Does anyone know (not a guess) how much thrust in pounds from a jet engine
would be needed to self launch a 1000 lb sailplane to 2500 AGL?
Hi Tin person, remember-
Close data is always time consuming so, the jet would only be TOO BIG if:
1- it doesnt fit
2- its too heavy
otherwise its TOO SMALL!

like fuel, you have only got too much when your on fire

Bagmaker :-)