Dedication
We are dedicated to manufacturing the best aircraft tie-down stakes on the market. During the past 20 years we have been able to strengthen and improve our product in order to provide the very best in quality, strength and ease of use.
Strong & Safe
Not only are FlyTies® strong with a 1200 lb holding strength per stake, but they are safe to use. They are easy for the operator to get in and out of the ground. Pilots are more likely to leave the grounds exactly the way the way it was when they arrived.
Exceptional Quality
Flyties® are the very best quality tie down stake to anchor equipment into the ground. The hardware takes up minimal real estate (small surface footprint), extremely reliable and penetrates harder soils.
Highly Recommended
Aviation Consumer: "Top Choice for portable anchors."
Designed by an experienced pilot for asset protection.
Aviation Consumer says "FlyTies® are the best portable tie down on the market." (See May 2001 issue)
About
Flyties® Aircraft Tie-Down Kit
* Easy to assemble
* Corrosion resistant
* Self cleaning action
* Designed for use on most unpaved survaces
* Self Cleaning action
* Durable and compact canvas tote bag
* Weighs only 8 lbs 10 oz.
* Lifetime Guarantee
* Only $139.95
The Kit includes:
This kit was designed to take up minimal space when stored during flight.
- 3 ea. Aluminum hubs with forged steel eyebolt
- 9 ea. 3/8 inch diameter x 14 inch steel stakes
- 3 ea. Polypropelyne ropes (same as recommended by Aviation Consumer)
- 1 ea. Extractor tool
- 1 ea. Compact canvas tote bag
- 1 ea. Set of Instructions
History
Lessons from History
Innovation comes from continuously listening for the unexpected which can come at anytime from anywhere.
FlyTie® were conceptualized by Bruce Roberts around a well attended campfire at Johnson Creek, Idaho, over 20 years ago. The burning question was presented to the group of “experts”. That is, “What would make the ultimate tie-down stake for aircraft?” Large quantities of libations were consumed that night and a lot of “bull” was shot. But in the end when all was said and done, more was said than done. After taking notes, Bruce went back home to his workshop in Watsonville, CA, started designing, and a company was born. Since then, FlyTies® have been popularized by continuous improvement year after year. Today they are the tie-down of choice for pilots who are serious about the best quality and security for their aircraft.
Flyties® are aircraft tie-down stakes to anchor aircraft into the ground. They are high quality, reliable, and penetrates harder soils. A small surface footprint prevents people tripping over them.
FlyTies® unique design allows quick insertion and quick removal using the easy-out extraction tool provided. Rugged, die-cast steel rods are 3/8” x 14” for deeper penetration into harder ground. Cumulative load capacity is 3,600 lbs. Kit includes 3 ea. Aluminum hubs, 9 ea. steel rods, 3 ea. 3/8” x 12’ ropes, easy-out extraction tool, and rugged compact canvas tote bag. Complete kit weighs only 8 lbs, 10 oz. and has a lifetime warranty.
There are advantages to using an omni directional tie-down stake design such as FlyTies®. Reason: The force is being distributed evenly over three points. The three rods, working together act as a single unit. This yields tremendous holding strength.
Compare this to the force that is being directed to one single point, such as a single steel spike or wooden stake. The force is directed to one point only. High gusty winds can eventually work it loose. If the winds are strong enough, the hole will elongate and eventually fail to hold. The omni directional tie down stake like FlyTies® is less likely to pull out in high-gusty winds because three stakes working together support each other. This prevents constant wind gusts from working the stakes loose.
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F.A.Q
Frequently Asked Questions
Never be afraid to ask questions.
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How are the rods driven into the ground?
The rods are driven into the ground using a hammer (not included). A standard 16 oz. claw hammer that one would buy in any hardware store works well to pound them into the ground. Some pilots prefer the ax/hammer combination when flying into the backcountry to go camping.
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How much do they weigh?
The FlyTie® kit weighs only 8 pounds 10 ounces.
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How long does it take to ship?
FlyTies® are shipped by UPS Ground unless otherwise instructed. They go out usually the next day. Depending on where you live from the west coast, the shipment takes 4-5 working days.
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How much will they hold? How strong are they?
Although the holding strength varies a great deal depending on the soil conditions, soil saturation, maximum wind gusts, etc., FlyTies® Company has done extensive testing on our products. Our tie downs for aircraft (3/8 x 14" rods) will hold over 1,200 lbs Ea. (3,600 lbs collectively) in most conditions.
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What is the hub made out of?
The hub is machined out of high strength aluminum. It is then anodized to assure a corrision resistant finish.
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How are FlyTies® packaged?
The complete FlyTie® kit comes in a compact canvas tote bag to make it easy to carry. It fits in all aircraft baggage compartments and resists moisture.
Contact
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If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us.
Email Us
bruce@flyties.com
Call Us
+1 408 966-4365