The future of private aviation is here, and it’s called the Airhart Sling. Developed in partnership with Sling Aircraft, Airhart’s mission is to make flying as easy and accessible as driving a car. With its revolutionary design and cutting-edge technology, this aircraft could redefine personal aviation by prioritizing safety, ease of use, and comfort.
Key Features of the Airhart Sling
The Airhart Sling boasts an 800 NM maximum range, 148 KTAS cruising speed, and space for four occupants. With a fuel burn rate of just 7.4 gallons per hour, it’s also designed to be fuel-efficient, making longer trips more affordable and practical for private flyers.
Intuitive Control and Safety Systems
At the heart of the Airhart Sling is its intuitive active side-stick design, which serves as the primary point of interaction for the pilot. The controls are simple, push the stick left, right, forward, or back to fly in the corresponding directions. While the pilot handles the basics, redundant, fault-tolerant flight computers, sensors, and servos manage the technical aspects, ensuring a safe flight at all times.
For speed control, the center console offers a straightforward system, push it forward to speed up or backward to slow down. This makes navigating the Airhart Sling incredibly intuitive, even for those new to flying.
Design and Comfort
Though its exterior might look like an ordinary airplane, the Airhart Sling offers a completely redesigned interior. Inside, you’ll find modern electronics, an all-leather interior, high-quality trim, and state-of-the-art displays, creating a luxurious and user-friendly cabin. It’s the perfect blend of style and technology, ensuring that every flight is both comfortable and convenient.
Powerful Performance
Powered by the Rotax 915 iS engine, the Airhart Sling offers 141 HP and can handle a maximum useful load of 992 lbs. Whether you’re flying across the country or taking a short weekend getaway, this aircraft provides the performance and reliability needed for any journey.
Pricing and Availability
The Airhart Sling will be priced at $500,000, with deliveries expected to begin in January 2026. For those looking to reserve their spot, you can do so with a $1,000 deposit through their website.
A New Horizon in Personal Flight
The Airhart Sling isn’t just another private aircraft; it represents a vision of democratizing flight, making it more accessible, intuitive, and safer than ever before. With its combination of performance, cutting-edge technology, and pilot-friendly design, Airhart is poised to remove the barriers to flight, offering a new way for people to experience the skies.
Source: Airhart
