“I first met Mike Blyth and James Pitman when they were testing the ballistic parachute in the airframe of a Sling 2 LSA at the original Sling Aircraft development facility, Sunny Rock Germiston. From that moment onwards, I knew that in time the pair of light aircraft developers would take something to the world that was a unique design. Introducing the Sling High Wing!”
– Athol Franz (African Pilot)
It’s go‑time! Load up your gear, strap on your gravel shoes, and aim for the wide‑open Karoo horizon. The Tanqua Kuru is calling, and we’re answering with throttles, pedals, and hearts wide open. At least four Sling aircraft and our solid team of riders will make the pilgrimage to Tankwa Tented Camp for what’s become an annual tradition of grit, gravel, and greatness.
There’s still one title former Springbok Bob Skinstad hasn’t claimed… This isn’t a stadium victory. No crowds, no ceremony, no easy applause. This one is fought for. Across endless gravel, through the dust, under the relentless Tankwa sun. And he’s chasing it down on a Sling Cycles Tagati. So, the question is — when he rolls up to the start line… will you be there with him?