Soaring Concepts
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace |
| Founded | 2000 |
| Founder | Galen Geigley |
| Headquarters | Sturgis , United States |
| Products | Powered parachutes (kits and ready-to-fly aircraft) |
Soaring Concepts, Inc., which has operated under the name Soaring Concepts Aerospace since 2015, is a United States-based aircraft manufacturer established by Galen Geigley and located in Sturgis, Michigan. The firm focuses on the design and production of powered parachutes, providing both kits for amateur builders and fully assembled models that meet US light-sport aircraft standards.
Established in 2000, Soaring Concepts introduced its initial product, the Soaring Concepts Sky Trek, a powered parachute specifically engineered for use as a trainer. This model incorporates increased propeller ground clearance and utilizes larger diameter 4130 steel tubing to improve robustness, making it well-suited for instructional applications. The Sky Trek holds FAA acceptance as a light-sport aircraft. By August 2015, the FAA had recorded registrations of at least 25 Sky Trek units within the United States.
Aircraft
| Model name | First flight | Number built | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soaring Concepts Sky Trek | 2000 | 75+ | Two-seat powered parachute |