Xplorer UltraFlight
| Company type | Privately owned company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Aerospace |
| Founder | Keith Pickersgill |
| Headquarters | Cape Town , South Africa |
| Products | Paramotors |
Overview
Xplorer UltraFlight is a privately owned South African aircraft manufacturer located in Cape Town. Established by Keith Pickersgill, the company focuses on creating and producing paramotors that comply with the US FAR 103 Ultralight Vehicles regulations as well as the European Fédération Aéronautique Internationale microlight standards. Alongside manufacturing, Xplorer UltraFlight offers comprehensive paramotor flight instruction.
Product Range and Operations
Throughout its history, Xplorer UltraFlight has developed several paramotor models. During the mid-2000s, their lineup included the Xflyer and the XS, both utilizing the Solo 210 engine. By 2016, the company was manufacturing the Micro80, equipped with the Italian Per Il Volo Top 80 engine. Additionally, Xplorer UltraFlight served as an authorized distributor for the Spanish Marbella Parapente Paramotor PAP series.
Aircraft
| Model designation | Maiden flight | Quantity produced | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xplorer Xflyer | early to mid-2000s | paramotor | |
| Xplorer XS | early to mid-2000s | paramotor | |
| Xplorer Micro80 | early to mid-2010s | paramotor |