Explorer LD with long propshaft & chest mount parachute options.
Latest News
New higher performance Radne engine.
We are now offering an improved Radne Raket 120 that produces significantly more power than before. Compared to the standard Raket 120 with the tuned exhaust, this engine gains approximately 550 RPM! This is a bigger increase than we have seen from any other modification or addition, but at only a small cost and while keeping the standard Radne factory warranty.For heavier pilots or those who fly from higher altitudes this engine will make quite a difference to the range of conditions you can comfortably fly in.
Inexpensive timber propeller
This prop is suitable for most Radne powered harnesses that take a left hand turn prop (Explorer, Explorer LD, Mosquito etc.). Our shaft adapter can be supplied to suit various propshaft diameters and pin locations. If you have an existing Airtime/Bolly prop (fixed or folding) this prop will bolt onto your existing adapter, providing you with a new prop at the lowest cost. See our Spare Parts page for pricing.Airborne Gliders
We are authorised dealers for Airborne gliders. The new Sting 3 168 is looking to be even better than it's predecessor for powered use. Faster, lighter control forces but with similar excellent take off characteristics. For even easier handling the Fun is hard to go past. Contact us for prices and package deals.The Explorer LD.
The Explorer LD is our Foot Launched Powered Hang Glider (FLPHG) harness (also called a hangmotor or Self Powered Hang Glider (SPHG)). Throughout the design, development and production of the harness we have focussed on making a safe, reliable, comfortable and easy to use harness. The clean lines of the harness ensure good power-off performance.Please look at the EXPLORER LD page for details of the harness and pictures of the various features.
Supa-Tuna tuning lights new model.
Supa-Tuna lights are available in a new model that is smaller, uses a single AA battery or an external power source (eg starter battery) and has auto on/off. For a short time we have them available at the old price, but they will be going up in price soon.Parts and accesories
More Prop Options
All carbon fibre folding prop blades now come with Dura Tuff leading edges. This moulded-in urethane insert is incredibly tough and can go along way toward protecting your prop from damage from dirt, sand etc. No extra cost!For those on a tight budget we now have composite (non carbon fibre) prop blades for folding prop. These are made in the same mould as the carbon blades and offer very similar performance.
To better match our folding prop blades to the tuned Radne engine, we have a new prop hub. This brings the engine revs back down around peak power for better efficiency.
Production Explorer LD and compact mouth throttle with cruise control and base bar clip.
New Supa-Tuna lights.
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.