The Skyhook 3a version appeared in 1974.

Made in 1973, the Skyhook 3A model became a successful glider and continued to be offered into 1974. The earlier models could be purchased in kit or completed glider form and extra rigging wires, A frames etc. are available to update them to later specifications.

A 1979 hang glider, the Silhouette is a fourth generation machine of which quite a number were sold. Some controversy has arisen concerning the safety of this machine and it was due to be tested on the BHGA test rig.

Made in 1978 the Skyhook Sailwings Safari had 18 months of intensive flying before being put in production.

For light winds the medium Safari has an excellent min sink performance. It also has the penetration for strong winds and positive, predictable handling with quick response. The reflexed preformed battens in every seam make the whole wing pitch positive without the need for locked up tips, etc. Vertical dive recovery is positive. The Safari is a real cross country machine which easily makes use of thermals and handles the strong turbulence which often goes with them. This machine is for the experienced pilot who demands the best performance but still wants outstandingly good handling.

Safari (small)
Weight: 52 lb
Leading edge: 20 ft 7 in
Span: 35 ft 8 in
Keel 12 ft 5 in
Root chord: 9 ft 8 in

A 1975 hang glider

A 1977 hang glider

Made in 1979, the sail plan of the Cutlass was a 35 % double surface, with preformed battens. Designed to optimise all round performance, with advanced handling characteristics the Cutlass is quickly carving a name for itself.

The Cutlass was produced between 1979 and 84 priced at £810.00.

Cutlass medium
Weight: 66 lb

Cutlass CD

The 1977 Sunspot features a fully battened and cambered sail. The airfoil section is maintained at the rear by a shaped keel pocket. The control frame can be split and folded without removing parts, giving maximum strength and eliminating the risk of failure. Quick detachable cross tube ends allow the wings to be folded in without tools or unfastening screws or wing nuts. There is a detachable nose pin for bottom wires and an overcentre tensioner for top rigging wires. The Sunspot was offered in two sizes for optimum pilot weights: 145 lbs and 180 lbs.

It is possible to distinguish between early Sunspots and later examples by the shape of a reinforcing patch at the centre of the trailing edge. Early Sunspots have a rectangular reinforcing strip whilst later models have a triangular one.

Sunspot (large)
Leading edge: 21 ft 9 in
Span: 34 ft 10 in
Root chord: 10 ft 9 in
Keel: 13 ft 10 in
Sail area: 215 sq ft.