Builder Assistance Programs:
Who We Are
Custom Aircraft Builders is a kit aircraft dealer and build center that provides builder assistance to pilots nationwide, specializing in Sling Aircraft, Van’s, and Orion Cub kit aircraft. We are an authorized Sling Aircraft dealer and build center with a state of the art facility, expert staff, conveniently located near several major airport. Our goal is to make the aircraft build process easy, safe, fun, and convenient. We give you insider guidance on ordering kits, choosing options, designing your paint scheme & interior, and all the details you haven’t even thought of yet.
Latest Videos
Our YouTube channel features series of kit plane construction videos, interviews with builders, and behind-the-scenes views of what it’s like to build at Custom Aircraft Builders.
Introducing our new series starring our friend and new builder, Dale Norton. Dale lives locally (Greater Binghamton/Upstate New York) and we’re going to follow his build from the first rivet pull to first flight.
Doug Goodrich of Custom Aircraft Builders provides an update and an overview of the Sling High Wing, the modern Cessna 182, including a comparison to the Van’s RV-15, accessibility, interior space, and performance.
Sling TSi “First Flight” Episode 5. Check out our new rivet gun… the Rivet King RK8000S from ThreeDayTool.com. We let you know how it works in a later video.
Check Out Our Latest Videos
Introducing our new series starring our friend and new builder, Dale Norton. Dale lives locally (Greater Binghamton/Upstate New York) and we’re going to follow his build from the first rivet pull to first flight.
Doug Goodrich of Custom Aircraft Builders provides an update and an overview of the Sling High Wing, the modern Cessna 182, including a comparison to the Van’s RV-15, accessibility, interior space, and performance.
Sling TSi “First Flight” Episode 5. Check out our new rivet gun… the Rivet King RK8000S from ThreeDayTool.com. We let you know how it works in a later video.
Sling Models
Van's Models
Fly high tech. Fly the plane of the next generation.
Fly the smooth-handling and economical Sling Aircraft.
Sling Aircraft
Custom Aircraft Builders is proud to represent Sling Aircraft as a Dealer and Build Center. All Sling kits are manufactured at Sling Aircraft’s factory near Johannesburg, South Africa. Sling Aircraft has been designing and building aircraft since 2005.
Ready for a new Sling? At Custom Aircraft Builders, you can buy it here and build it here!
Call Doug Goodrich at (607) 862-8700 or email at [email protected].
Custom Aircraft Builders is proud to represent Sling Aircraft as a Dealer and Build Center. All Sling kits are manufactured at Sling Aircraft’s factory near Johannesburg, South Africa. Sling Aircraft has been designing and building aircraft since 2005.
Ready for a new Sling? At Custom Aircraft Builders, you can buy it here and build it here!
Call Doug Goodrich at 607-821-2982 or email at [email protected].
If you'd rather buy a fully built Sling...
Check out our Slings for Sale page for an updated list of ready-to-fly Slings on the U.S. market. You can subscribe for updates and be the first to know when a Sling becomes available!
Introducing the Orion Cub Backcountry Aircraft
Now available for builder assistance through Custom Aircraft Builders!
Introducing the Orion Cub Backcountry Aircraft
Now available for builder assist through Custom Aircraft Builders!
Stay cool in your Sling with
XCOOL Sling Air Conditioning
Get the lightweight, powerful, Sling-tested system through the Aero Store.
Not a Builder?
If building a Sling all by yourself sounds too hard, we offer comprehensive builder assistance. At Custom Aircraft Builders, we understand every aspect of the build process, and we make it safe, easy, and fun.
Rotax Factory Trained Technicians • Rotax Engine Installations & Maintenance • New Engine Sales
Rotax Factory Trained Technicians
Rotax Engine Installations & Maintenance
New Engine Sales
