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Build Faster, Smarter and More Economically with New Sonex Workshop Incentives!
04-16-08

Sonex Aircraft, LLC is pleased to announce deepened Sonex and Waiex kit discount incentives for attendance of Sonex Aircraft Workshops! Beginning with the May 3-4, 2008 Sonex Aircraft Workshop, attendees of Sonex Workshops who purchase a Sonex or Waiex Complete Airframe Kit with Pre-Assembled Main Wing Spars and Machined Angle Component Kit will receive a $1,000 discount if purchase is made within 30 days of workshop attendance.

The Sonex Aircraft Workshop continues to be an extremely valuable experience for our builders, saving them time, money and answering many frequently asked questions in the building process. This deepened Workshop Attendance Incentive extends the tremendous value already offered to customers purchasing Sonex, Waiex and Xenos Complete Airframe Kits, to those wishing to upgrade their kits with the very popular Pre-Assembled Main Wing Spar and Machined Angle Component Kit upgrades. These kit upgrades can save many hours of build time, and combined with new Workshop Attendance Incentives, Sonex and Waiex builders can now build faster, smarter and more economically than ever before!

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Receive Incentives for Attending a Sonex Aircraft Workshop!

Sonex Aircraft Workshop Attendees are eligible for the following Workshop Attendance Incentives:

  • $200 Workshop Fee: Customers who pay for and attend the workshop can use their $200 workshop fee toward any plans or kit purchase. There is no expiration on this credit.
     
  • $400 Workshop Discount: Customers who attend a workshop are eligible for a $400 Complete Airframe Kit Discount. This offer expires 30 days after the workshop. This discount is only available to those that purchase a Sonex, Waiex, or Xenos Complete Airframe Kit. Customers who purchase kits before attendance of the workshop are not penalized: they may attend the Workshop for free and a $400 credit will appear in their Sonex Aircraft, LLC account upon completion of the Workshop.
     
  • $1000 “Kit with Options” Workshop Discount: Customers who attend a workshop are also eligible for a $1000 “Kit with Options” Discount. This offer expires 30 days after the workshop. This discount is only available for those that purchase both Pre-Assembled Main Wing Spars and Machined Angle Component Kit with their Sonex or Waiex Complete Airframe Kit. This discount CANNOT be combined with the $400 Workshop Discount above. Customers who purchase kits before attendance of the workshop are not penalized: they may attend the Workshop for free and a $1000 credit will appear in their Sonex Aircraft, LLC account upon completion of the Workshop ($1000 "Kit with Options" discount only available for attendance of May, 2008 Workshop or later).
     
  • $600 Plans Credit: Customers who purchase Sonex plans first and later purchase a kit are not penalized. They receive a $600 credit when they purchase their kit.
Sonex Workshops

The Sonex workshop, held at our factory in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, gives you the opportunity to meet the Sonex Staff, learn about the history of the Sonex Design and its philosophy, learn all of the ins and outs of Sonex Construction, and Gain confidence in your own abilities as you build a piece of the Sonex wing to take home with you.

Workshop Schedule

Guest Speakers highlight the Saturday Evening Sessions. Representatives from EAA have appeared at our workshops with presentations of their tremendous knowledge of the present and future of experimental aircraft, including Sport Pilot. Other guest speakers may include representatives from the EAA Aircraft Insurance Plan, and active Sonex pilots and builders.

This is a very "hands on" workshop as we prefer building to talking, so come prepared and be ready to have some fun!

What is the cost?

The Sonex workshop costs $200.  It is free to plan holders who purchased their plans or kit from Sonex.  If you decide to purchase plans from Sonex, at or after the workshop, you may subtract $200 from the plan cost.

You are entitled to bring one guest or family member. Many builders have brought their building partners or other friends interested in their project.

We are pleased to offer an additional $400 off the Sonex Kit price to all workshop attendees.* We're making it easier than ever to gain the skills to build your Sonex!

If you have already purchased plans, we look forward to hosting you at one of the workshops very soon!

*available to first-time workshop attendees only, non-transferrable, not good with other discounts. Kit purchase must be made within 30 days of attending the Sonex workshop to qualify for this discount.

Space in all of these workshops is limited, so sign up for one today!

To reserve a spot, download and submit the Workshop Registration Form along with a check for $200 to Sonex Aircraft, LLC, PO Box 2521, Oshkosh, WI 54903, or simply give us a call at 920-231-8297 and have your credit card ready. VISA/MasterCard Accepted. You may also register online.

Airline Recommendations

  • Oshkosh Wittman Regional Airport is not Serviced by Commercial Airline Flights.
  • Appleton (20 miles North) is Serviced by Northwest, Continental, United, American, and Midwest.
  • Milwaukee (90 miles South) is Serviced by most major carriers.

Driving Directions, Lodging, Attractions

Get Directions to the Sonex Factory, see Lodging Options, and view a list of Local Attractions on our Map to Facility page.

 


You'll get the inside scoop on how to most economically spend your tool budget.


You'll have an opportunity to see Sonex, Waiex, and Xenos prototypes first-hand, and get a chance to try them on for size.


Workshop attendees get in-depth background information about the heritage behind Sonex Aircraft, and how the Sonex philosophy and techniques were developed through years of experience.


At Sonex workshops, you get hands-on metalworking experience with one-on-one guidance from Sonex staff, volunteers and experienced builders.


Typical Workshop Itinerary:

Day One

  • 8:00 AM Airport Entry Gate Unlocks - Open for Registration
  • 8-8:45 AM Registration and Sonex/Waiex/Xenos Fly-By's* (weather permitting)
  • 8:45-9:15 AM Welcome. Staff and Attendee Introductions
  • 9:15-10:00 AM Sonex, Waiex, Xenos Design and Engineering Philosophy
  • 10:00-10:15 AM Break (Breakfast Snacks Provided)
  • 10:15-11:15 AM Using Sonex Aircraft Plans
  • 11:15-Noon Tool Introduction, Explanation and Use
  • Noon - lunch break (lunch provided)
  • 12:30-1:30 PM Project Demonstrations
  • 1:30-4:00 PM Workshop Project Construction
  • 4:00-4:30 PM Kit Sales Info and General Q&A
  • 4:30-6:00 PM - Break (Sonex facility closed) -
  • 6:00 PM Evening Session: Presentation by EAA regarding Sport Pilot and Registering Your Aircraft; Presentation by Falcon Insurance (EAA Aircraft Insurance Plan administrator) on Insuring Your Aircraft.

Day Two

  • 8:00 AM Airport Entry Gate Unlocks - Doors Open for Workshop Project Construction / Fly-By's (weather permitting)*
  • 8:30-9:50 AM Engines and Props Presentation
  • 9:50-10:00 AM Break (Breakfast Snacks Provided)
  • 10:00-11:15 AM Engine, Instrument, Upholstery, and Propeller purchasing, General Q&A
  • 11:15-Noon Workshop Project Construction (con't)
  • Noon - lunch break (lunch provided)
  • 12:30-2:00 PM Organizing your project, start-to-finish
  • 2:00-2:15 PM Break
  • 2:15-3:00 PM Flying the Sonex, Waiex and Xenos, General Review, Q&A Session
  • 3:00-5:00 PM Workshop Project Completion

*Note: A Flight Demonstration will be performed at the beginning of either day one or day two, weather permitting.

Sonex, Waiex, Xenos Design Philosophy:  A photo retrospective that focuses on the philosophy that has made the Sonex one of the most desirable and economical sport aircraft and discusses the engineering efforts used to develop the current product line.

Engines and Props: A discussion of the Sonex design team’s engine history and experience. Jabiru and VW engine installation, proper maintenance, propeller selection, etc. help you make the right decisions to power your Sonex, Waiex, or Xenos.

What to Bring to Sonex Workshops
We will be providing a binder for your notes. We encourage you to bring the following tools labeled clearly with your name. Most of these tools are available from Wicks Aircraft 1-800-221-9425 or Avery Tools 1-800-652-8379.  Be sure to mention you are going to the Sonex workshop.
Description Source and Part Number Approx Cost
3/8 Reversible Drill  (cordless ok) Any local hardware store $30-$150 depends on quality
Steel Ruler (12” Ruler-32nds + 64ths) Any local hardware store $11.75
Qty 1- 1/4”  Drill Bit Any local hardware store $3.20
File: 8" half-round fine-tooth Any local hardware store $10
Sandpaper: Anything between 120 and 240 grit Any local hardware store $5
Safety Goggles  (for your guest also) Any local hardware store $2-$5.00
Sharpie Markers-Blue Fine Point Office Supply Store $2.00
Plastic Mallet Sears Craftsman P/N 38292 $11.00  (Sears: 800-377-7414)
Qty 2- #40 Drill Bits Wicks #988-40 (or local hardware) $1.50 each
Qty 2-#30 Drill Bits Wicks #988-30 (or local hardware) $1.65 each
Qty 1-#21 Drill Bit Wicks #988-21  (or local hardware) $1.70 each
Cleco Pliers Wicks  #200-SHP $5.66
Andy Aluminum Snips Wicks  #MC – 14 $31.43
Qty 2- C-Clamps with Swivel Pads Wicks  6 Clamp $13.09 each
Fluting Pliers Avery #500 $30.00
Deburring Tool Avery #1046 $23.00
Vixen File Wicks #VX10 $29.95
Workshop Testimonials

"The building process explainations were great. Getting to see the planes in different stages of construction was helpful" -Jim Weber -Howard, OH

"I greatly enjoyed the seminar and your "family, honest" approach. It's refreshing that people like you are here and interested in home builders like me." -Frank Reed: MO

"The Seminar is a very worthwhile experience...instructional and inspirational, well worth the time, money, and effort to travel for..Thank you, your gang is a 1st class act. "-Barry Sklar: Las Vegas, NV

"I found your hints from 20+ years of building experience most helpful." -Dan Villiger: Columbus, IN

"This workshop was ideal!"-John Koser: Bloomington, MN

"John's (Monnett) Engine Evolution and Design overview presentations were worth the cost of the entire trip!" -Curtis Chapin: Jackson, MI

"Please extend my appreciation to everyone at Sonex for the workshop and all you do for your customers. I recognize that much of your efforts are driven by the profit motive, and that is quite all right.  But your enthusiasm far exceeds that required for a successful business, and that is what makes your organization so special." -Chris Smith: Palm Coast, FL

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