Engineered for flight
Smoke‑On.
Precision smoke systems trusted by military teams and airshow performers worldwide. Built by family since 1973.
See the aircraftSmokeWinder® System
Engineered
for the
Moment.
Engine-independent. Clean installation. Designed to integrate seamlessly without compromising aircraft performance.
Download specsA signature in the sky since 1973
A Mark
Above Every
Horizon.
From front-line military display teams to airshow performers on five continents — Sanders systems are trusted where performance is non-negotiable.
Talk to our teamFIFTY YEARS OF PRECISION. FROM FAMILY. FOR THE WORLD.
Half a century of engineering expertise, refined through real-world performance in the most demanding environments on earth.ENGINEERED TO ENDURE.
From airshow circuits to active military operations — every system is built to perform without compromise.GLOBAL OPERATORS. LOCAL EXPERTISE.
From Ione, California to airshows on five continents — Sanders systems are trusted by the teams who can’t afford failure.
SMOKE-ON. MISSION READY.
Every system ships ready to perform. No compromises. No callbacks. Just precision smoke, every time.WHY SANDERS
Engineered to be the Standard
Trusted smoke systems built for reliability, clean installation, and global performance.
FLIGHT PROVEN
Trusted by airshow teams, defense operators, and integrators worldwide. Built to perform when it matters most, delivering consistent results in the most demanding environments.
CLEAN INSTALLATION
Our engineering team works directly with operators and integrators to ensure a clean, documentation-supported installation — every time. No modifications to existing systems required.
GLOBAL PERFORMANCE
Proven across diverse aircraft and environments around the world.
Delivering reliable, repeatable performance wherever your aircraft flies.
IN ACTIVE SERVICE
Operational Aircraft Portfolio
From front-line fighters to historic warbirds, Sanders systems perform worldwide.
SOLO TÜRK F-16
Hellenic Air Force F-16 Zeus
Belgian Air Force F-16
North American Aviation P-51 Mustang
Hungarian Air Force Saab JAS 39 Gripen
Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star
Hawker Sea Fury
Indian Air Force
Suryakian Aerobatics Team HAL HJT-16 Kiran Mk.2 Trainer
IAF Sarang Demo Team HALDhruv Mk-I Helicopter
Polish PZL-130 Orlik
MiG-17 Fresco
KAI T-50 Golden Eagle
Aero L-39 Albatros
North American T-28 Trojan
A signature in the sky since 1973.
Special thanks to Adam Joseph Starr @adamplanespts, Andre Frias @drefriass, Fatih ÖnenTR @fatih_photo.raw, Dragon @dragon_aviation_tw, Flying Bulls, Gustavs Gailitis @gustavs_g_photography, Hellenic Air Force, Kyle Okamoto @photographyish, Anthony Fragkogianniis @antoniis_fr, Jason Liakakis @jasonliak, Maciej Szamalek @szamale, Michael Moors @stinger309, Myron Giannakakis @myrongian, Photo_Anastasy @photo_anastasy, Rushabh P. Bafna @rpbaviation, Steven Devries, Szwajdus Photographer @szwajdus_airpics, Tamer Tekeli @tamer_tekeli, and Thorston Korbella @aviationpictures_by_tk for contributing imagery featured throughout this gallery.
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
SANDERS x PELICAN
Rugged transport solutions for mission-critical smoke systems
We’ve partnered with Pelican, the leader in rugged protective cases, to deliver custom-engineered transport and storage solutions for our engine safe smoke systems. Each case is purpose-built to protect critical equipment in demanding operational environments.
- Custom-fitted cases for Smokewinder and SCSG-5 systems
- Engineered for global deployment and repeated handling
- Built to withstand extreme conditions in transit and on the flight line
Available in two configurations:
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Color Chart
IN THE FIELD
IN THE FIELD. IN THE AIR.
IN DEMAND.
From airshow demonstrations to mission-ready deployments — Sanders systems are where the smoke meets the sky.
info@sanderssmoke.com
Serving operators worldwide
+1 (209) 274-2955
17149 Lambert Rd.
Ione, CA 95640 USA
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR AIRCRAFT
Tell us about your aircraft, operation, or smoke system goals. We’ll help you find the right solution with precision and clarity.
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Built by family. Trusted worldwide.
CAGE Codes: 9K544 | NAICS: 336413 | UEI Codes: F1C9T82VSD71