Explorer LD with long propshaft & chest mount parachute options.
SAFETY ALERT
Aluminium propeller hub adapter failure.
We have received reports of two failures of aluminium propeller hub adapters as supplied in Bolly and timber propellers for use on either Explorer or Swedish Aerosport powered harnesses. Before next use of propellers containing these adapters the adapter must be replaced with a new version. We are presently working to arrange production of the replacement adapters and expect to have them available very soon. If you have a prop containing an aluminium adapter such as those shown below, please contact us immediately to arrange replacement.
Production stopped
Unfortunately the time has come where I have decided to stop production of the Explorer LD, and abandon development of the Powerlight trike. The decision has been a hard one, but finally it is time to move on.If anyone is interested in taking over all or part of Airtime Products please contact me.
Peter Mack
15 May 2012
Spare Parts
Although we will not be producing any more new machines, I will continue to support existing Explorers as best I can for some time to come. If you need new propeller blades or complete props. I can supply them. I have good stock of drive train components and many small parts. Generally I will try to keep stock of the custom parts, or hard to find parts.Airtime Products
Airtime Products is dedicated to producing nanolight powered flight products. The Explorer LD powered hang glider harness is our inaugral product.In 1997 the first production model of the Explorer foot launched powered harness was released. The Discovery Paramotor and the Powerlite soaring trike base followed this. In 2004 Airtime Products ceased production. Now we are back in business with new ownership, but with the support of the original owners.
The Explorer LD has been developed from a prototype produced by the original Airtime Products, but with our own design philosophy and emphasis on safety.
Take a look through our website and see what we have to offer. Our unique FAQ/FORUM page will develop into a central source of information regarding the products, freight, the company, troubleshooting etc.FLPHG
Foot Launched Powered Hang Gliding provides a way of reducing frustrating hang-waiting and hang-driving whilst still enjoying the weight shift flight.
Soaring flights can be started earlier or later in the day, with a much better chance of connecting with that all important first thermal.
If toward the end of the flight the thermals have become unusable, start the engine and cruise back to your launch site.
FLPHG also opens up a whole new range of launch options, from flat paddocks to small hills or even mountains. No need for drivers, tow ropes, winches and huge padocks. Previously innaccessible soaring areas become easily accessed with the Explorer LD.Pictures
Explorer LD unfolding from the bag.
An early Explorer LD prototype.
A pre-production Explorer LD prototype.