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SkyRunner – The Light Sport Aircraft

SkyRunner, LLC, a manufacturer of the light sport aircraft, is elevating the off-road industry to new heights. The dual-purpose, FAA-approved off-road aircraft combines the thrill of a side-by-side with the unparalleled freedom of an aircraft.

Featuring a unique dual-engine powertrain, a trusted Polaris ProStar 1000 engine powers the ground system while a Rotax 914 UL light sport aircraft engine enables the vehicle to take flight.  Using the latest ram-air parafoil wing technology, renowned for its safety due to inherent stability, control, and resistance to stalls, SkyRunner can reach air speeds of 40mph for a distance of 120 nautical miles.  When not in use, the wing conveniently folds snugly into a bag that rides behind the rear passenger.

SkyRunner’s hybrid composite chassis, carbon fiber body paneling, and fighter jet-inspired cockpit are like something out of a James Bond movie, but this ultimate adventure vehicle isn’t afraid to get dirty.  Maxxis Bighorn tires supply the traction and FOX Piggyback shocks are ready to tame any off-road terrain.  When you’re ready to bug out, there’s no need to look for an asphalt runway.  It can take flight with just 450 feet of terra firma.

“We set out to build the ultimate adventure vehicle but have since discovered it fills tremendous gaps as a tool,” said SkyRunner CEO Stewart Hamel.  “Designed initially as a toy, the market has translated SkyRunner to be a low-cost, high utility multimodal tool for ranchers, law enforcement, border security, and even Department of Defense agencies.  With operating costs of approximately $50 an hour, SkyRunner will take you places no pickup truck or UTV can go and at a fraction of the cost of a helicopter.”

In 2016, The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded SkyRunner the coveted Special Light-Sport Aircraft classification.  Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) are targeted to recreational pilots who primarily fly for fun. Light Sport Aircraft (s) are designed to be affordable and easy to operate.  SkyRunner is factory-built and a ready-to-fly aircraft.  An off-road enthusiast can earn a Sport Pilot’s license in 8 days and just 12 hours of flight training (weather permitting). Sport pilots can legally and safely use 98 percent of US airspace without having to talk to air traffic controllers (ATC). No Airports are required with SkyRunner.

SkyRunner retails for $139,000 and is available today for purchase from the factory directly:  http://www.flyskyrunner.com/buy-now. A network of  Authorized Dealers will be in place in the south and southwest this year.

SkyRunner the light sport aircraft will be on display at a host of events around the country in 2017 and interested persons can contact SkyRunner about a test flight by visiting their website at www.FlySkyRunner.com.  Keep up with SkyRunner on social media by following @FlySkyRunner on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, and see the SkyRunner in action at http://www.flyskyrunner.com/videos/

About SkyRunner
SkyRunner is the next generation in the elite segment of light-sport aviation. The all-new two-seat SkyRunner light sport aircraft fuses off-road engineering with proven aviation technology to create a new generation of sports recreation vehicles designed for both work and play. SkyRunner evokes an unforgettable driving experience combined with the freedom, fun, and exploration of flight that will deeply inspire your emotions and fire up your senses. Part all-terrain vehicle and part light-sport aircraft, SkyRunner is the ultimate recreational vehicle combining off-road adventure with one of the safest forms of aviation. SkyRunner’s R&D and Production facilities are located in Shreveport, LA.

[accordion] [accordion-item title=”Transcription”] Hi, and welcome to toysforbigboys.com. My name is Josh, your product specialist, and today we’re talking about an incredible piece of machinery unlike anything I’ve ever seen in the world. It’s already being dubbed the world’s greatest adventure vehicle, and for obvious reasons. Now, there are off-road vehicles, and then there are off-road vehicles. The SkyRunner is definitely the latter. It is, like I said, unlike any other vehicle in the world, combining the best parts of off-roading with aviation. Now, at first, the SkyRunner looks like any high-quality ATV. It runs from 0 to 60 in just over 4 seconds, has a top speed, a crushing top speed of 115 miles per hour. But what really separates the SkyRunner is that this ATV, this off-road vehicle, can fly. The SkyRunner also operates as a fan-propelled paraglider that can hit speeds up to 55 miles per hour in the air. It can travel 200 nautical miles on one single tank of gas. It’s been a very popular piece among luxury vehicle collectors, as well as very popular among rescue teams and emergency responding teams around the world. The 4-cylinder engine powers a 125-horsepower vehicle with 147 pounds of torque. Now, once you’re running smoothly, just open up the sails, the paraglider, and you’ll be in the skies. The vehicle can comfortably soar at altitudes of around 15,000 feet. That is very impressive. And one of the most unique aspects of the vehicle, if there aren’t already enough, is the short takeoff and landing needs of it. So, you can take off from open fields, grassy areas, anywhere that’s smooth, deserted beaches, nice, private getaways. As long as you have a nice clear run-up, you can absolutely take off and be in the skies and land anywhere. It is an off-road vehicle. It really is the ultimate getaway vehicle and, like I said, is being dubbed the world’s greatest adventure vehicle. So if you’re looking for something to give you that sense of adventure, you want to find uncharted territories that you never thought you could possibly see, this is a great product for you. I’d say go ahead and check it out, and while you’re here on our website, go ahead and check out all of our other amazing products. You’ll be very happy you did. Once again, for toysforbigboys.com, my name is Josh, your product specialist. Have a great day. [/accordion-item] [/accordion]

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