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Hi MTJ We do not have the same system as is required for certified aircraft. Our separate kits are delivered against a revision number on the packing list. The updated TSI manuals will indicate which parts are assembled by the factory and which ones by the kit builder for a quick build kit. The pack...

We are planning to update the Sling 2 manuals as soon as we complete the TSI ones.
They will be done in the same way with the colored explodes views and additional assembly information.

Hi Doug We are not managing the app from the Factory here in South Africa but we update Dropbox where the latest manuals can be found. Unfortunately we were not able to release the manuals in August due to resources and delays caused by the lock down. We are planning on releasing the updated TSI man...

Good day

The assembly steps for the hatches that you posted are correct and they will be in the updated manuals.
The 2 of the 8 holes should not be riveted for fit pins or a basic tool to rotate the hatch when opening or closing the latch.

Good day We do not have detailed instructions for assembling the inspection hatches in the manuals yet. This will be available in the updated TSI manuals that we are releasing soon. The inspection hatch for the elevator is the same as the ones used for the wing. The wing hatches require dimpling and...

Good day Unfortunately we had some delays due to lock down restrictions and resources. We are working still working on the manuals and making good progress. The plan is the have the updated TSI manuals ready for release by the end of 2020. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any technical advis...

Here is a picture of the torque tube with stainless steel rivets installed.

Hi MTJ

The new TSI seat assembly instructions are available on dropbox in the TSI fuselage construction manual.
Please send an email to Technical@slingaircraft.com if you are not linked to our dropbox yet.

Hi guys

Yes Andrew you are correct, the rivet gun leaves noticeable mark on the head of an aluminium rivet.
The aluminium are generally a bit duller in color when compared to a stainless steel rivet.

I will share picture of a stainless steel rivet as an example shortly.

Service Bulletin #0017 is now available on the Sling Aircraft website.
https://www.slingaircraft.com/owner-support/sling-tsi/