From Classroom to Cockpit: High School Students to Build Sling 2 Kit Aircraft

Tango Flight has entered into a new partnership with Sling Aircraft North America to provide Sling 2 kit aircraft to high schools across the United States, expanding hands-on aviation education opportunities for students.

Through the new collaboration, participating schools will build a Sling 2 all-metal, low-wing aircraft as part of a structured, project-based STEM curriculum. Students will gain real-world experience in engineering, manufacturing, teamwork, and leadership while working alongside educators, industry mentors, and community partners, according to company officials.

“Tango Flight was founded to change lives through aviation education,” said Dan Weyant of Tango Flight. “Partnering with Sling Aircraft North America allows us to deliver a proven, modern aircraft platform to schools nationwide, giving students the opportunity to build something extraordinary — and see what they’re capable of achieving.”

Students who participate in completing a Sling 2 aircraft at a Tango Flight partner high school are also eligible for a free discovery flight at any Sling Pilot Academy location.

The partnership will begin rolling out to select schools in the 2026 academic year, with plans to expand nationally in phases.

Tango Flight also partners with Van’s Aircraft on its student builds.

For more information: TangoFlight.com, SlingAircraftNorthAmerica.com