The stainless steel frame is studied in all its curved parts for controlled deformation in case of impact, offering very high active and passive security. The structure can be collapsed to preserve its robustness and to offer a compact solution for easy transport: the central section, with the engine and the harness, are separated from the rest of the frame, which is divided in three sections. The double external protective ring offers the highest resistance to compression in the hardest takeoff scenarios, and even in case of impact with the ground. The lowest section is in shape of a skid, an important security element in takeoff and landing phases. The engine support, incorporating silent blocks and safety belt, is manufactured in Ergal with digitally controlled techniques to ensure the best robustness and quality.
The wing supports are made in Avional anodized aluminum with CNC manufacturing process, and have been specifically studied not to interfere with the pilot’s movements. The Snake caters for 60 to 110 Kilos or even more (in case of flight with a trike, for instance), and features an innovative system allowing a very precise weight balance.
The Snake’s unique geometry and its low pivoting attachment allows for a very instinctive, active and fun piloting style, very similar to free flight. The torque effect is very well compensated, offering a very comfortable flight at all thrust levels.
With its 14 liters capacity, the Snake’s PVC reservoir ensures the range needed for all your flights and adventures.
The Snake’s exclusive accelerator handle, robust yet comfortable and precise, is designed to exploit at best the power of the Sky100. It also allows the pilot to set the throttle to a fixed level using only one hand.
The Snake’s standard propeller is a three-blade carbon unit built by Helix specifically for the Sky100: it features low consumption, great thrust and reduced noise level. The 18 cm difference in the diameters of the propeller and the security ring offer a good safety margin in case of impact. Optionally, the Snake can mount a two-blade wooden propeller (125cm in diameter).
