In 2023, EAA Chapter 663 achieved a significant milestone: we successfully raised the seed money to embark on our second Youth Build Project – the construction of a thrilling Sling 2 aircraft! This ambitious undertaking will provide invaluable hands-on experience to young aviation enthusiasts, fostering their passion for flight and inspiring the next generation of aviators.
You can track our progress here. eaabuilderslog.org/?blproject&proj=8H0J8Hcps
You can track our progress here. eaabuilderslog.org/?blproject&proj=8H0J8Hcps
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From the Manufacturer
The Sling 2 was built for heroic adventure. Her 2009 maiden voyage flew Sling founders Mike Blyth and James Pitman Around-The-World (ATW). A 40-day, 45,000 km journey that included 22-hour legs of the severest of weather conditions. Her aluminium airframe makes for ease and consistency of construction, while offering proven strength and a longer lifespan than most composite rivals.
Designed to be a perfectly balanced aircraft, the Sling 2 is a sexy looker that would out-perform other aircraft in its class while being highly economical and fun to fly.
Being a stressed-skin, semi-monocoque aircraft, the Sling 2 is made to precise standards from aviation grade aluminium, punched using CNC machines. Rugged aluminium lines, combined with cutting-edge tech advances, ensure that the Sling looks the way an aircraft should and flies even better.
The Sling 2 was built for heroic adventure. Her 2009 maiden voyage flew Sling founders Mike Blyth and James Pitman Around-The-World (ATW). A 40-day, 45,000 km journey that included 22-hour legs of the severest of weather conditions. Her aluminium airframe makes for ease and consistency of construction, while offering proven strength and a longer lifespan than most composite rivals.
Designed to be a perfectly balanced aircraft, the Sling 2 is a sexy looker that would out-perform other aircraft in its class while being highly economical and fun to fly.
Being a stressed-skin, semi-monocoque aircraft, the Sling 2 is made to precise standards from aviation grade aluminium, punched using CNC machines. Rugged aluminium lines, combined with cutting-edge tech advances, ensure that the Sling looks the way an aircraft should and flies even better.
The EAA Chapter 663 Young Aviators program is inspiring the next generation of pilots and aviation enthusiasts. With your help, we can provide these young minds with the tools and knowledge they need to soar!
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your tax-deductible donation will help us purchase aircraft materials offer scholarships for flight training.
Together, we can help these young aviators take flight and reach for the skies!
Thank you for your support!
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your tax-deductible donation will help us purchase aircraft materials offer scholarships for flight training.
Together, we can help these young aviators take flight and reach for the skies!
Thank you for your support!
Build Project Photos
