Sonex Aircraft, LLC and AeroConversions Products

Space Still Available for June 1-2 Workshop: Fly a Sonex Aircraft While You're Here!

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:49:00 -0500

Space is still available for our next Sonex Builders Workshop, scheduled for June 1-2, 2013 in Oshkosh, WI. A limited number of slots are available for “Basic Aircraft Familiarization” flights during our June Workshop as part of the new T-Flight Transition Training program!

Sonex Flying Stories: AeroVee to the Extreme with Gary Motley

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:19:00 -0500

"Perhaps some of these videos of an Aerovee powered Sonex at extremes of the flying envelope might help," wrote Gary, to which we say "Keep 'em coming!"

Sonex Flying Stories: Spring Sonex Flying with Craig Ritson

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:12:00 -0500

Sonex builder Craig Ritson has been experimenting with external GoPro video camera mounts and some fun flying with his Jabiru 2200 powered Sonex# 540, with some great results!

Sonex Builders & Pilots Foundation Established: Transition Training Syllabus Released

Fri, 10 May 2013 15:14:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to report the establishment of a national type club for the Sonex line of aircraft, the Sonex Builders & Pilots Foundation! With this announcement comes the release of a Sonex Aircraft Transition Training Syllabus as a joint publication of Sonex Aircraft, LLC and the Sonex Builders & Pilots Foundation.

Sonex First Flight: Terry Holek

Wed, 08 May 2013 17:00:00 -0500

"It is a fantastic aircraft and an absolute joy to fly," writes Terry. Gold Wings are on the way!

Sonex First Flight: Kip Anderson

Wed, 08 May 2013 12:44:00 -0500

"This is the flight I have been waiting for since I was about 8 years old after reading a book by Chuck Yeager on test piloting," writes Kip. Gold Wings are on the way!

Sonex Offers T-Flight Transition Training Program!

Mon, 06 May 2013 17:43:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is proud to announce the new T-Flight Transition Training Program, offering type-specific transition flight training for the Sonex line of aircraft!

You're Invited: Sonex Builder's Workshop, June 1-2, 2013!

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:25:00 -0500

Space is still available for our next Sonex Builders Workshop, scheduled for June 1-2, 2013 here at the Sonex factory in Oshkosh! A number of kit discounts are available only for workshop attendees and their guests.

Sonex First Flight: Necip Ulku

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:17:00 -0500

Congratulations to Necip Ulku of Ankara, Turkey whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 1240) flew for the first time on April 20th!

Sun 'n Fun Report: Sonex Aircraft Forums and Florida Sonex Association Fly-In Well Attended!

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:56:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft had another successful showing at the Sun 'n Fun International Fly-In & Expo in Lakeland, FL, conducting informational forums once again for the 2013 show, along with a very successful new builder fly-in event hosted by the Florida Sonex Association!

Sonex Aircraft in the News: Onex Featured on Kitplanes July Cover!

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:15:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is extremely pleased and excited to report that the Onex single-place, folding-wing aircraft design is prominently featured in the July, 2013 issue of Kitplanes Magazine!

Onex First Flight: James Fairchild

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:11:00 -0500

Congratulations to James Fairchild of Pinson, Tennessee whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Onex (S/N ONX0020) flew for the first time on April 13th!

Sonex First Flight: Roger Tracy

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:03:00 -0500

Congratulations to Roger Tracy of Lake Placid, Florida whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 1579) flew for the first time on April 8th!

Sonex Builders' Events Calendar: 11th Annual Great Southern Sonex Gathering Scheduled!

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0500

The organizers of the Great Southern Sonex Gathering have announced the scheduling of their 11th Annual event for 2013!

Waiex First Flight: Cédric Nicomette

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 15:00:00 -0500

"My first few minutes of flight I given an indescribable pleasure," writes Cédric.

Sonex First Flight: Jerry Loeffelbein

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:39:00 -0500

"Now the fun begins!" writes Jerry.

Sun 'n Fun 2013 Reminder: Don't Miss Sonex Forums at Sun 'n Fun; Check-Out the FSA Fly-In at Zephyrhills!

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:46:00 -0500

Be sure to check-out the Sonex Events Calendar for full details about Sonex Aircraft events being held during Sun 'n Fun 2013!

Sonex Employee Anniversaries: Jackie Schultz Celebrates 1 Year of Service!

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 14:54:00 -0500

Congratulations to Jackie Schultz, who celebrates her 1-year employment anniversary at Sonex Aircraft, LLC this month!

Sonex First Flight: Eric Marenyi

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 08:59:00 -0500

"Flew absolutely wonderfully on the first flight," writes Eric. "Great project and a great plane!"

Waiex First Flight: John Gillis

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 16:55:00 -0500

Congratulations to John Gillis of Larkspur, Colorado whose tri-gear, Jabiru 3300 powered Waiex (S/N W0116) flew for the first time on March 16th! "Plane performance exceeded expected parameters," reports John.

Sonex First Flight: Warren Kirkup

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 16:40:00 -0500

Congratulations to Warren Kirkup of Leeton, New South Wales, Australia whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 908) flew for the first time on March 10th! "Very happy with it's handling and performance," writes Warren. "It was a great experience to build."

AeroConversions AeroBrakes Now Shipping!

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:44:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is excited to announce that the new AeroConversions AeroBrake Hydraulic Brake System is now shipping!

Sonex First Flight: Kenneth Robbers

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:16:00 -0500

Congratulations to Kenneth Robbers of Acamp, California whose standard gear Sonex (S/N 1497) flew for the first time on March 11th!

Spring Sonex Builder Workshop a Success!

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:35:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft held it's Spring, 2013 Sonex Builder's Workshop on March 2-3rd, the 53rd Sonex Workshop event!

Sonex Builders in the News: Doug Boyd Featured in EAA Sport Aviation!

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 17:18:00 -0600

Our congratulations goes-out to Doug Boyd, builder of Waiex S/N W0080, for being prominently featured as the opening spread of the "Hands On: What Our Members Are Building/Restoring" section of the March, 2013 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine!

Sonex First Flight: Bob Maurice

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 09:53:00 -0600

"I would like to thank everyone for their help, from Sonex and online," writes Bob.

Sonex Builders' Events: SonexAus Holds Yarrawonga Fly-In; Canadian Builder Experiences Down-Under Hospitality

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 16:48:00 -0600

The SonexAus Australian builders' group held their fly-in event at the Yarrawonga Airport in Victoria, Australia again this year on February 16-17th. Australian builders show some "Down-Under" hospitality to builders visiting from abroad!

Sun 'n Fun 2013 Sonex Events: Florida Sonex Association to Hold Saturday "Spring Sonex Fest" Fly-In at Zephyrhills!

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 11:08:00 -0600

This event is a great opportunity for Sun 'n Fun attendees to get a break from the busy Saturday crowds and learn more about Sonex Aircraft! Sonex Forums to be held at Sun 'n Fun.

See a Sonex Aircraft in Your Area: 2 New Gatherings Posted to Sonex Aircraft Builders' Events Calendar!

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:56:00 -0600

The dedicated and enthusiastic corps of Sonex Aircraft builders organize numerous outstanding grass-roots Sonex Builders' Events around the world each year!

Sonex Employee Anniversaries: Heather Zahner Celebrates 8 Years of Service!

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:40:00 -0600

Congratulations to Heather Zahner, who celebrates her 8-year employment anniversary at Sonex Aircraft, LLC! Heather joined us in February of 2005 and has grown in her responsibilities to become an increasingly vital and valued member of the Sonex team.

Sonex Employee Anniversaries: Ryan Grady Celebrates 1 Year of Service!

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:24:00 -0600

Congratulations to Ryan Grady, who celebrates his 1-year employment anniversary at Sonex Aircraft, LLC this month!

See a Sonex Aircraft in Your Area: 5 New Gatherings Posted to Sonex Aircraft Builders' Events Calendar!

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:06:00 -0600

The dedicated and enthusiastic corps of Sonex Aircraft builders organize numerous outstanding grass-roots Sonex Builders' Events around the world each year. As 2013 gets underway, five new events have recently been scheduled!

Sonex Employee Spotlight: Kerry Fores Celebrates 10 Years at Sonex Aircraft!

Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:33:00 -0600

Congratulations to Kerry Fores, who recently celebrated his 10-year employment anniversary at Sonex Aircraft, LLC!

Sonex First Flight: Ken Burdette

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 10:17:00 -0600

"It was a joy to see many years of work by a talented craftsman Chuck Howard finally come to fruition. Unfortunately, Chuck did not live to see this day," writes Ken, "but our first flight was dedicated to him."

Space Still Availaible for the March 2-3, 2013 Sonex Builder's Workshop: You're Invited!

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:24:00 -0600

Space is still available for our Spring Sonex Builder's Workshop scheduled for March 2-3, 2013 here at the Sonex factory in Oshkosh.

Sonex Events Calendar Update: Sun 'n Fun 2013 Forums

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:50:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft, LLC will once again be conducting informational forums at the 2013 Sun 'n Fun International Fly-In & Expo in Lakeland, FL.

New from AeroConversions: Introducing the AeroBrake Hydraulic Braking System!

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 17:10:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is excited to announce another addition to the AeroConversions product line: The AeroBrake Hydraulic Braking System! Due to popular demand, the AeroBrake is the first hydraulic brake product specifically designed for use with Sonex Aircraft airframes.

Sonex Builders' Events: First Southern California Sonex Builders Gathering Held at Mojave

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:01:00 -0600

The First Southern California Sonex Builders Gathering was held at Mojave Air and Space Port on Saturday January 19 2013 during the Mojave Transportation Foundation's "Plane Crazy Saturday."

Waiex First Flight: Harvey Miller

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 10:04:00 -0600

"Thank you so much for a wonderful design and kit," writes Harvey. Gold Wings are on the way!

Sonex First Flight: Alan Lowe

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:30:00 -0600

"All the effort was well worth it once the first flight was accomplished!" writes Alan. "The best is yet to come!"

Visit Sonex Aircraft at Sebring LSA Expo: Sebring Special Offers Available!

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 17:00:00 -0600

Are you attending the Sebring LSA Expo next week? We'd like to invite you to visit with John and Betty Monnett at Sonex Booth H506 (Inside Display Area). In addition, we invite you to join John Monnett for two presentations in the Forums area at Sebring. Can't attend Sebring this year? You can still take advantage of two Sebring LSA Expo special offers available for all new orders placed by Friday, January 25th!

Sonex Info Packs & DVD's Now At Reduced Prices!

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:04:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to announce new reduced pricing for our Complete Info Pack and DVD's! You can now get our Complete Info Pack for just $10 (reduced from $35), including 4 DVD videos!

Onex First Flight: Phil Davis

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 17:11:00 -0600

"Onex #0056 took to the air on a cool, crisp Saturday morning, December 22, 2012 just 13 months after arriving at the Con-way freight dock in Waco, TX," writes Phil. "It flew like a Ferrari drives."

Onex First Flight: Brent Mayo

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 12:15:00 -0600

"I look forward to expanding the envelope on this little fighter. Wahoo!"

Sonex Builders' Events Calendar Updated: Sonex Gathering at Mojave Airport's "Plane Crazy Saturday"

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 11:34:00 -0600

January 19, 2013: Join Sonex builder Dana Baker for a Sonex Gathering during Mojave Air and Space Port's "Plane Crazy Saturday!"

Happy Holidays from Sonex Aircraft!

Fri, 21 Dec 2012 16:30:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft will once again be shut down over the holiday break for year-end maintenance and inventory. We will be closed from Monday, December 24th thru Tuesday, January 1st. We will be reopening for regular business on Wednesday, January 2nd. We'd like to take this opportunity to thank our dedicated and hard-working staff for a fantastic year in 2012, and we look forward to another great year in 2013 with the outstanding Sonex team. From all of us at Sonex Aircraft, we wish you a Happy Holiday Season!

Onex First Flight: Simon Pike

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:38:00 -0600

Congratulations to Simon Pike of Temora, NSW Australia whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Onex (S/N ONX0057) flew for the first time on December 7th!

Sonex First Flight: Larry Long

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:33:00 -0600

Congratulations to Larry Long of Candor, North Carolina whose standard gear, Jabiru 2200 powered Sonex (S/N 1077) flew for the first time on December 5th!

Sonex Flying Stories: Enjoying Fall Colors with the Huebbe Family!

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 09:41:00 -0600

We've just received another outstanding new video from the Huebbe family!

Sonex Aircraft Featured in The Aviators TV!

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:06:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is extremely proud to be featured in Season 3 of the hit television series The Aviators! Both John Monnett, Sonex founder and president, and CEO Jeremy Monnett are prominently featured in the segment hosted by Kurtis Arnold, including an extremely fun introductory flight experience with Jeremy and Kurtis in the Sonex Sport Trainer.

Waiex First Flight: Ken Bethard

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 15:33:00 -0600

Congratulations to Ken Bethard of Beaumont, Texas whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Waiex (S/N W0141) flew for the first time on November 7th!

Sonex First Flight: Ben Ludtke

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 11:51:00 -0600

Congratulations to Ben Ludtke of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 1412) flew for the first time on November 10th!

New SubSonex Update Posted in the Hornets' Nest; SubSonex Featured in AOPA Publications!

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:55:00 -0600

The Hornets' Nest Research and Development Team is excited to release a new progress update for the SubSonex VVLJ (Very, Very Light Jet) program today! The SubSonex is also featured in the December issues of AOPA Pilot and Turbine Pilot magazines!

Sonex Aircraft in the News: New Video Covering Sonex Aircraft "By Dan Johnson"

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:20:00 -0600

Aviation journalist Dan Johnson has just released a video interview of Sonex Aircraft CEO Jeremy Monnett via his "By Dan Johnson" web site in-conjunction with the Light Sport and Ultralight Flyer Web video magazine.

Sonex Builders' Events: Great Southern Sonex Gathering Celebrates 10th Anniversary!

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:02:00 -0600

"Each year this event gets more fun," writes event organizers Mike Singleton and Robert Barber, "and the Sonex people get ever more enthusiastic."

A Pair of Xenos First Flights: Frank Davis & Phil LeBlanc

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 17:36:00 -0600

Congratulations to Frank Davis of Minden, Nevada and to Phil LeBlanc of Longwood, Florida on the first flights of their Xenos aircraft, S/N's X0019 and X0036!

Sonex First Flight: John Cooley

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 14:08:00 -0500

Congratulations to John Cooley of Sugar Land, Texas whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 164) flew for the first time on October 28th! "Great flight and a great airplane," writes John.

Waiex First Flight: Dick Harriman

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 17:14:00 -0500

Congratulations to Dick Harriman of Papillon, Nebraska whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Waiex (S/N W0172) flew for the first time on October 20th!

Sonex Implements New Telephone System

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 16:35:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC will implement a New Telephone System, beginning Tuesday, October 23rd. The new system features vastly-expanded capabilities to make call handling more efficient at Sonex, and to make the customer service experience better.

Sonex Builders' Events: ASA Holds 9th Annual Crossville Fly-In!

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 17:27:00 -0500

The American Sonex Association held its' 9th Annual Crossville, TN Fly-In last week, October 12-13th!

Sonex First Flight: John Maxfield

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:32:00 -0500

"Thank You, to the countless people that helped along the way," writes John.

New, Improved AeroConversions Oil Separator Now Available!

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:28:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to announce a new and improved version of the AeroConversions Oil Separator! The new, round AeroConversions Oil Separator features a higher-volume 40 oz. tank and a ball-bearing gravity changeover valve for enhanced aerobatic performance.

Sonex Holds 52nd Builder Workshop Event!

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 16:25:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft celebrated it's 52nd Sonex Builder's Workshop on October 6-7th, hosting another outstanding and group of current and prospective Sonex Aircraft builders!

Onex First Flight: Rheal Comte

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 12:00:00 -0500

Congratulations to Rheal Comte of Sainte-Hyacinthe, Quebec, Canada whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Onex (S/N ONX0021) flew for the first time on October 9th! Gold Wings are on the way to Rheal!

Sonex First Flight: Louis Charest

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:45:00 -0500

Congratulations to Louis Charest of Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada whose standard gear, Jabiru 3300 powered Sonex (S/N 1384) flew for the first time on October 8th! Gold Wings are on the way to Louis!

Sonex First Flight: Andrew Bink

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 09:29:00 -0500

Congratulations to Andrew Bink of Hernando, Mississippi who recently reported an August 7th first flight of his tri-gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 231)! Gold Wings are on the way to Andy!

Onex First Flight: Merle Reppert

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 16:54:00 -0500

"After failing the Air Force Cadet physical a long time ago, I finally got my fighter," writes Merle.

New from Sonex: Stratomaster iEFIS Explorer 8.5"

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 14:24:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to announce the availability of the new Stratomaster iEFIS Explorer! The iEFIS Explorer is an 8.5" display in the new iEFIS line.

Sonex First Flight: Harvey Plummer

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:13:00 -0500

"Thank you, Sonex for excellent plans," writes Harvey.

Sonex First Flight: Charles Clemen

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 11:54:00 -0500

"...what a great airplane!" writes Chuck.

See Sonex Matched-Hole Parts in Action: New Videos Show Horizontal Tail Assembly!

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 16:02:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft has produced two new videos showing the ease-of-construction added by the new Matched-Hole Formed Parts that are now a standard part of all Onex, Sonex and Waiex Kits!

Waiex First Flight: Lorin Miller

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:00:00 -0500

"I really enjoyed the building process!" writes Lorin.

Sonex First Flight: Jorge Ortiz Arceo

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 16:48:00 -0500

"I am very proud to be a member of the World Wide Sonex Fleet," writes Jorge

Sonex First Flight: Jose Manuel Diaz Cuervo

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 17:17:00 -0500

Gold Wings are on the way!

Waiex First Flight: Michael Stout

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 17:14:00 -0500

"The Jabiru 3300 practically threw it into the air before the pilot (me) had a chance to get a deep breath," writes Michael. "...Great airplane!"

Waiex First Flight: Marlin Zimmerman

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 15:20:00 -0500

Gold Wings are on the way!

Sonex First Flight: Doug McLean

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 17:15:00 -0500

"A big thanks to everyone at Sonex and Sonextalk who have responded to my posts and emails over the years," writes Doug, "also Jim, Stuart and all the other builders at SonexAus, thanks."

Sonex First Flight: Doron Mishor

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 17:03:00 -0500

"I am very proud to let you know that 4X-ODM is the first Sonex airplane built and flown in Israel," writes Doron.

Aaron Knight Featured in Flying Magazine Blog

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 16:40:00 -0500

Sonex builder Aaron Knight (Sonex S/N 1024) is featured in a new article posted to the Flying magazine web site! The article is the newest installment in the "Perspectives on Homebuilding" series sponsored by Aircraft Spruce.

Sonex First Flight: Dale Williams

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 14:17:00 -0500

"There are too many to thank so I won't get into the list of folks that I owe a great deal of gratitude to. Needless to say the Sonex community and the Sonex company are tremendous in every way!" writes Dale.

Sonex First Flight: David Clay

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:30:00 -0500

"Building my Sonex has been one of the most rewarding endeavors I have ever undertaken," writes David.

Waiex First Flight: Doug Boyd

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:10:00 -0500

"What a thrill! I'm still grinning!" writes Doug.

Sonex First Flight: James Neely

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:17:00 -0500

"A very nice handling aircraft," writes James.

Sonex First Flight: Ken Kennedy

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:05:00 -0500

"The airplane flies like a dream," writes Ken and son Riley.

Sonex Builders' Events Calendar Updated: 10th Annual Great Southern Sonex Gathering

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 10:04:00 -0500

The 10th Annual Great Southern Sonex Gathering is set for Saturday, November 3, 2012!

Space Still Availaible for the Oct 6-7, 2012 Sonex Builder's Workshop: You're Invited!

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:00:00 -0500

Space is still available for our Fall Sonex Builder's Workshop scheduled for Oct 6-7, 2012 here at the Sonex factory in Oshkosh. Sign-Up Today!

Happy Birthday Wayne Andrews!

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 11:00:00 -0500

New DVDs Available From Sonex Aircraft!

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:25:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft is pleased to announce two new DVD video productions!

Sonex First Flight: Doug Raby

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 15:35:00 -0500

"What a rare thrill it is, to fly the airplane that you have built," writes Doug.

Sonex First Flight: Michael Dupree

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 15:25:00 -0500

"THANK YOU, THANK YOU and THANK YOU," writes Mike.

Sonex First Flight: Paul Askew

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 15:00:00 -0500

"She first flew on the day of the Olympic opening ceremony," writes Paul.

AirVenture 2012 Another Hugely Successful Show for Sonex Aircraft, LLC!

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 12:15:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft had another outstanding week exhibiting at the 2012 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh convention held July 23rd through 29th!

AirVenture is Underway: Hope to See You Here!

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 16:28:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft events for AirVenture 2012 have begun! We had a very successful Open House and Homecoming Fly-In today at our factory with great weather, and a great turn-out.

Sonex First Flight: David Amsler

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 08:58:00 -0500

"Special thanks to Kerry [Sonex Tech Support] for all the time spent answering e-mails." writes David.

Sonex First Flight: Tor Rene Stryger

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 08:51:00 -0500

"Straight and level, and all temps in the green," writes Tor Rene.

New Parts Added to Sonex and Waiex Kits to Reduce Your Build Time!

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:06:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is excited to announce the addition of a new pre-fabricated Matched-Hole Formed Parts Kit to its popular Sonex and Waiex kit models, making the airframe easier and faster to build than ever before!

Sonex Events at AirVenture: SubSonex Jet Prototype to Fly in AirVenture Showcase

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 11:51:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to announce that JSX-1, the #1 proof-of-concept prototype of the SubSonex very, very light jet will be flying during the Showcase presentation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2012!

Forum Added to Sonex AirVenture Events Schedule

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 18:00:00 -0500

Sonex E-Flight Update: Thursday, July 26th at 10am

Sonex Events at AirVenture: Sign-Up Now for Sonex Factory Tours!

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 14:53:00 -0500

Sonex will be providing factory tours during AirVenture again this year, with transportation provided from our booth. Space is limited, so sign-up now!

EAA Releases Onex Flying Video!

Tue, 10 Jul 2012 10:00:00 -0500

EAA has just released an outstanding new video featuring the Onex! The video includes some great flying footage as Chad Jensen, EAA's Homebuilders Community Manager, talks about the flying characteristics of the aircraft.

Onex First Flight: Dan Wright

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:54:00 -0500

Sonex First Flight: Martin Deysel

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:45:00 -0500

Sonex First Flight: Ken Flaglor

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 16:36:00 -0500

Sonex Builder News: Gary Motley Wins Grand Champion at Jeffco Rocky Mountain Fly-In!

Tue, 03 Jul 2012 17:11:00 -0500

AirVenture is Right Around the Corner: Events Posted to Sonex Calendar!

Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:00:00 -0500

As always, Sonex Aircraft will be exhibiting at AirVenture 2012. Go to our Company Events Calendar to see the full schedule of events!

Waiex First Flight: John Dimilia

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 10:20:00 -0500

"Sonex has been great to work with," writes John.

Jabiru Offers Discounted July Engine Pricing!

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:12:00 -0500

Due to a slightly lower AUS-to-US Dollar Exchange Rate, Jabiru USA is offering a $1,000 discount for engine orders from Sonex customers during the month of July.

Sonex First Flight: Carl Orton

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 11:30:00 -0500

"Still haven't wiped off the Sonex Grin!" writes Carl.

Help Wanted: Sonex Aircraft Research & Development Assistant

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 16:18:00 -0500

Become a part of the world-famous Hornets' Nest Research and Development Team!

Builder Events: Northeast Sonex Builders Host 4th Annual Fly-In Event!

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 15:46:00 -0500

Over 80 attendees, 8 Sonex Aircraft, and several other homebuilt and certified aircraft were on-hand for the event held Saturday, June 16th in Keene, New Hampshire.

Sonex First Flight: Ray Luke

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 17:04:00 -0500

"After retirement is not too late to build an airplane," writes Ray.

Sonex First Flight: Randy Risjan

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 11:41:00 -0500

"The airplane flew great and the engine ran flawlessly," writes Randy.

Builder Events: Midwest Builders Host Another Outstanding Sonex Fly-In!

Thu, 31 May 2012 15:33:00 -0500

Midwest Sonex builders hosted another great fly-in event at Johnson County Executive Airport, in Olathe Kansas on May 26th!

9th Annual NorCal Sonex Fly-In a Success!

Fri, 25 May 2012 15:31:00 -0500

Saturday, May 19th marked the 9th Annual Northern California Sonex Fly-In at Rio Linda Airport, KL36.

Sonex First Flight: Elwin Cook

Wed, 23 May 2012 13:09:00 -0500

Sonex Flying Stories: Aaron Knight's Latest Bahamas Adventure!

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:05:00 -0500

Sonex builder Aaron Knight has taken yet another epic cross-country Sonex flying adventure! This year, it was daughter Moriah's turn to get a trip to the Bahamas one-on-one with her dad via Sonex S/N 1024.

NC Builders Host 3rd Annual Spring Fling!

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:29:00 -0500

Sonex builders Michael Crowder, Wayne Andrews, Peter & Shayne van Schalkwyk, and Charlie Steffey hosted the 3rd Annual Sonex Spring Fling on Saturday, May 5th at the Asheboro Regional Airport in North Carolina!

Onex First Flight: Bill Fisher - First Customer-Built Onex Single-Place Aircraft to Fly!

Thu, 10 May 2012 17:09:00 -0500

Congratulations to Bill Fisher of Jackson, Tennessee whose AeroVee powered, standard gear Onex (S/N ONX0018) flew for the first time today, May 10th, becoming the first customer-built example of the Onex single-place, folding-wing, aerobatic sport aircraft to take flight!

Sonex Builder News: Brian Charlton Wins Best Homebuilt at EAA Chapter 48 Fly-In

Wed, 09 May 2012 16:20:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC would like to Congratulate Brian Charlton of Westchester, Ohio who won the "Best Homebuilt" award at the EAA Chapter 48 Annual Fly-In at Moraine Airpark with his AeroVee powered, standard gear Waiex (S/N W0126)!

Sonex First Flight: Greg Issitt

Wed, 09 May 2012 10:20:00 -0500

Sonex Spring Workshop a Success!

Tue, 08 May 2012 17:34:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft celebrated it's 51st Sonex Builder's Workshop on May 5-6th, hosting another great group of current and prospective Sonex Aircraft builders!

Sonex First Flight: Dan Morehouse

Mon, 07 May 2012 16:31:00 -0500

Builders' Events Calendar Updated: 9th Annual Northern California Sonex Fly-In at Rio Linda, May 19, 2012

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:52:00 -0500

Sonex Flying Stories: My Life With a Waiex...

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:00:00 -0500

Waiex builder Mike Farley achieved First Flight of his aircraft on April 2nd, 2012. He wrote us a few days later wanting to share his experiences with others via the following oustanding article!

SubSonex Webinar Archive Available Online

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:27:00 -0500

Last night's SubSonex Jet webinar has now been added to the EAA Webinar Archives in video format. Watch it Now!

SubSonex Jet Webinar Tonight: Sign-Up Now!

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0500

Get the latest news and information about the SubSonex Jet during tonight's webinar!

SonexAus Australian Builders Group Represented at Temora Natfly Event

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:07:00 -0500

Natfly organizers recognized the growing Sonex fraternity in Australia by allocating a prime hangar to the SonexAus builder's group.

Builders' Events Calendar Updated: 10th Annual Sonex Builders BBQ at Arlington Fly-In, July 14, 2012

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:15:00 -0500

Sonex First Flight: Peter Anson

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:36:00 -0500

"It flew for the first time in the capable hands of Aub Coote who is just 86 years young," writes Peter. "His comment was that it was the 'easiest taildragger he had ever flown.'"

SonexAus Australian Builders Group Holds Annual Fly-In at Yarrawonga

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:18:00 -0500

Over thirty Sonex owners, builders and prospective builders gathered at Yarrawonga Airport in Victoria, Australia, on the weekend of March 24-25 for the annual SonexAus builder's group fly-in.

Sonex Holds Successful Forums at SNF 2012!

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 17:50:00 -0500

Sonex leaders John, Jeremy, and Betty Monnett recently returned from a trip to the Sun 'n Fun International Fly-In & Expo in Lakeland, FL.

Waiex First Flight: Michael Farley

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:20:00 -0500

Sonex First Flight: Tim Causer

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:05:00 -0500

"I am certainly happy with the performance," writes Tim.

Get the Latest Sub-Sonex Jet News: Webinar Scheduled for April 17th!

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:24:00 -0500

Get the latest news and information about the SubSonex Jet on April 17th! EAA has once again invited Sonex Aircraft to present in their highly-successful program of Webinars (web based seminars).

Builders' Events Calendar Updated: 4th Annual Northeast Sonex Fly-In, June 16, 2012

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 09:12:00 -0500

Sonex First Flight: Frieder Kemmann

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 16:24:00 -0500

"It flew very nice, no surprises," writes Frieder.

Reminder: Catch Sonex Aircraft and AeroConversions Forums at Sun 'n Fun 2012!

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 17:25:00 -0500

Sonex Aircraft, LLC will once again be conducting informational forums at the 2012 Sun 'n Fun International Fly-In & Expo in Lakeland, FL. Although Sonex Aircraft will not have an official exhibitor presence at Sun 'n Fun, the following forums and events will be held:

Builders' Events Calendar Updated: Midwest Sonex Fly-In, May 26, 2012

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:38:00 -0500

Space Still Availaible for the May 5-6, 2012 Sonex Builder's Workshop: You're Invited!

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:36:00 -0500

Space is still available for our Spring Sonex Builder's Workshop scheduled for May 5-6, 2012 here at the Sonex factory in Oshkosh. Sign-Up Today!

Onex Webinar Archive Available Online

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:20:00 -0600

Jeremy Monnett's February 15th Onex Webinar is now archived online in streaming video format via the EAA's web site.

Sonex First Flight: William McWhorter

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:55:00 -0600

"My beautiful red bird flew for the first time after 1 year of absorbing, entertaining, and educational construction," writes William.

Sonex Builders' Events Calendar Updated: 3rd Annual North Carolina Sonex Spring Fling May 5, 2012

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:36:00 -0600

Wayne Andrews, Peter van Schalkwyk and Michael Crowder are again hosting their NC Sonex Spring Fling Fly-In in this year, set for "Cinco de Mayo," May 5, 2012!

Onex Progress Update: Onex Receives FAA NKET Approval; Onex Upholstery Now Available!

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:48:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to announce availability of FAA NKET Checklists for the Onex, Onex Upholstery, and More! Read the full Update and today's Press Release!

Sonex Builders' Events Calendar Updated: SonexAus Group Events at Australian NATFLY Fly-In April 6-7, 2012

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:31:00 -0600

RAAus have offered SonexAus a complete hangar at Temora for the duration of Natfly this year. The group can house several aircraft and provide a comprehensive display of the Sonex family of aircraft. SonexAus has agreed to run a prospective builders forum on both Friday and Saturday which will be advertised on the Natfly schedule.

New MGL V6 Com: Smaller, and Knobbier!

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:18:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to announce availability of the new MGL V6 Com Radio! Smaller than it's big brother, the V10 Com, and "knobbier" with intuitive and easy-to-use multifunction knobs for frequency and volume selection.

Sonex Holds 50th Builder Workshop!

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:07:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft celebrated it's 50th Sonex Builder's Workshop on January 28-29th, hosting another great group of current and prospective Sonex, Waiex, Xenos, and Onex builders!

Onex Update: An Action-Packed Year!

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:40:00 -0600

As we celebrate the 1 year anniversary of the Onex Single-Place, Folding Wing aircraft's first flight on January 27th, a new Onex update has been posted to the Hornets' Nest R&D web site!

Advocacy Alert: Take A Stand Against User Fees for Recreational Aircraft

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:05:00 -0600

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is alerting all customers and aviation enthusiasts against a new effort by lawmakers to institute user fees for General Aviation. Although this new proposed $100 per flight fee structure exempts recreational piston aircraft, non-piston recreational aircraft are not exempted, potentially threatening the operation of gliders, balloons, recreational jet aircraft, electric aircraft and unpowered ultralights (hang gliders and paragliders).

Sonex to Present Forums at Sun 'n Fun 2012

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:10:00 -0600

Space Still Available for Eagle Hangar Banquet!

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:45:00 -0600

Attention Wisconsin-area aviation enthusiasts: Space is still available for the EAA Chapter 252 annual banquet in the EAA Eagle Hangar featuring Sonex Founder and President John Monnett as guest speaker! Even if you're not planning to attend our Winter, 2012 Sonex Builder Workshop, you may register for the Banquet.

Sonex Builders' Events Calendar Updated: 2nd Annual Australian Sonex Fly-In at Yarrawonga

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:30:00 -0600

SonexAus members and interested others are welcome to meet at Yarrawonga airport again in 2012.

Onex Single-Place Kit Aircraft Webinar Scheduled for February 15th: Sign-Up Today!

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:00:00 -0600

On Wednesday, February 15th at 7pm Central Time, Jeremy Monnett will present a Webinar about our new Onex single-place, folding-wing aircraft kit.

Sonex First Flight: William Larson

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:58:00 -0600

Xenos First Flight: Dave Dooley

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:40:00 -0600