“I arrived at Tedderfield Air Park early on Saturday morning 17 October 2020 to see many aircraft, mainly Slings, had already landed at the airfield. Strict COVID-19 protocols were observed as the visitors enjoyed their breakfast under an assortment of umbrellas in the sunshine.
Andrew Pitman told me that Sling had recently celebrated orders for the 600th aircraft including 328 Sling 2’s and 281 Sling 4’s and Sling TSi’s sold totaling 609 Slings of all types sold. This is an incredible record for a South African aircraft manufacturer, which certainly rivals many other light aircraft types in the world.
Throughout the morning, various hangars were open for visitors to look at how the Sling is manufactured and this included sub-assemblies of the new Sling High Wing under construction.”
-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?