The Sling Squawk – June 2026
7 Jun 2026
Sling’s unofficial landing at NAMPO – You in?
Okay, okay — we’re not on the official exhibitor list at NAMPO this year… But we’re coming anyway.
That’s right, Team Sling is flying in on Friday, May 16 and we want you — our loyal local Slingers — to join us for a good old-fashioned fly-in takeover.
We’ll be wheels-down…
…before the mielie dust settles and ready to shake hands, snap selfies, and show off our favourite flying machines at one of the biggest agricultural shows in the southern hemisphere.
Here’s the deal:
🧢 All pilots who arrive in their Sling before 09h00 on Friday, May 16 will receive a FREE Sling-branded cap.
🎟️ …and FREE entry to the event.
👨✈️ Bring your fellow Slingers.
🚁 Bonus points for rolling in with a full Sling squad — let’s make sure the Sling lineup on the ground is as iconic as the one in the skies.
💻 Be sure to pop your details into our super short registration form so we know what numbers to expect – for the goodies of course.
Touch down, gear up, and let’s show NAMPO what the Sling community is made of.
Landing Information Can Be Found Here
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