1971

Ground Skimmer

 

 

BRITISH HANG GLIDING HISTORY

THE MODERN FLEXWING

 

 

1981

Cross Country Flyer

British Powered History

Skyhook

The British Hang Gliding competition held at Mere in September 1978 Len Gabriels showing off his 1st powered hang glider. After making its maiden flight in January 1978

Photo from Terry Aspinall

A later version of one of Len Gabriel's power units. At on time he even used two of these units on one of his gliders, one unit either side of the main keel.

Photo from Len Gabriels

 

Len Gabriels shaft driven unit, the same one he used during his flight from London to Paris 27th August 1979

Photo from Len Gabriels

 

 

Pixie trike power unit. Solo 2 stroke engine Trike dismantled for transport
In car boot Twin engine power unit with contra-rotating props for two seat trainer
Attached to the wing ready for flight Up and away

Len Gabriels Pixie power unit 1979

Photos from Len Gabriels web site

 

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