@therealcaptainchris: Sling Flying the new Sling HW (High Wing) at the Sling Pilot Academy brought back fond memories of my general aviation days in the 1980s, flying Cessnas up and down Australia’s east coast. Back then, I flew a range of models: Cessna 150s, 152s, 172s, 182s, and the larger 206 and 210. What I’ve always loved about high-wing aircraft is their practical design. Firstly, the high wing offers unparalleled views of the world below—ideal for navigation and simply soaking in the scenery. Secondly, having the wing above you is a lifesaver under the harsh Australian or Californian sun, providing much-needed shade. The Cessna 172, which first took to the skies in 1955, remains an iconic high-wing trainer and touring aircraft. But the new 4-seat Sling HW feels like a 21st-century evolution of that legacy. Built on the success of the low-wing Sling TSi, the HW offers modern advancements that make it stand out. Powered by reliable and fuel-efficient Rotax engines, the Sling HW burns half the fuel of equivalent Cessnas while delivering greater performance and speed. Its lighter construction, combined with state-of-the-art Garmin touchscreen avionics, makes it the ideal aircraft for flight training and private ownership. For future airline pilots, the Sling HW is the perfect training platform. For private aviators, it’s the ultimate modern touring machine. And for me? I think I might need one. @Sling Pilot Academy

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Tuesday 17 December 2024 10:08:18 GMT