Believe it or not it's a smaller, lighter and simpler concept. Yet the new Hopper cuts no corners when it comes to features, including a four point "fail safe" suspension system that transmits base loads to the envelope, and a silky-smooth rotation system which incorporates sealed, stainless steel ball bearings.
A clever design enables the very minimal base to accommodate any Cameron tank, from a 10 gallon aluminum to a 15 gallon stainless steel - all with no modifications.
The harness technology - taken from the world of paragliding - provides in-flight security and easy transition for landing from the sitting to standing positions. It's adjustable for tall - or not so tall - pilots, and even incorporates a footrest.
Specially developed, the burner is fitted with quiet multi-hole jets plus a separate whisper unit.
Weight without the fuel cylinder is just 36 pounds, and when packed for transport, the pack measures 43 x 16 x 15 inches - well inside aircraft baggage limits.
Complete ready-to-fly systems - starting at around $19,000.
| SYSTEM FEATURES |
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Accepts any Hopper or standard envelope 20,000 to 34,000 cu. ft. (42,000 cu. ft. available for hot climates). |
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Weighs under 38 lbs without fuel tank. |
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Packs to 43" x 16" x 15" for easy transportation (well inside aircraft baggage limits). |
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Four-point 'fail safe' bearing system. |
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Forward burner position for easy operation of burner and clear view into envelope. |
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Fast and easy envelope connection via carabiners for four-or-three-point hookup. |
| FUEL SYSTEM FEATURES |
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Accepts any Cameron tank (excl. 20 gal). |
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No tank modification needed. |
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Liquid or vapor pilot light. |
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Independent Main and Whisper valves. |
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Ultra-quiet Whisper burner. |
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Two independent and easily adjustable polished stainless-steel mirrors for easy reading of fuel quantity gauge. |
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Built in pressure gauge and piezo ignitor. |
Sky Hoppers are certificated as EXPERIMENTAL aircraft. For more details, please contact us.
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