NASC Celebrates TEROS First Flight with New Video; Keeps Sonex Shop Busy!
Early this year, Navmar Applied Sciences Corporation (NASC) and Sonex Aerospace, LLC achieved an important milestone with the first test flights of the TEROS Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) technology demonstrator at Griffis International Airport in Rome, NY. The event was the culmination of five years of development, and NASC has just released a fantastic new… Read More
SubSonex First Flight: Brock Aldrich
Congratulations to Brock Aldrich of Indianapolis, Indiana whose SubSonex (S/N JSX0024) flew for the first time on October 5th! “Two flights and two smooth but somewhat lengthy landings ?,” writes Brock, “Aside from a couple of aural warnings that need to be adjusted, it flew fantastic!” Gold Wings are on the way! Learn More about… Read More
Onex First Flight: Jeff Cardwell
Congratulations to Jeff Cardwell of Stanthorpe, Queensland Australia whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Onex (S/N ONX0162) flew for the first time on October 6th! “We spent 1.3 hours aloft in the circuit area just getting a feel for the slippery little beast and giving the engine a good run as per the manual,” writes Jeff…. Read More
Sonex Flanging Dies are Back In-Stock!
Due to popular demand, Sonex Flanging Dies are back in-stock! These simple tools are used to form lightening hole flanges in sheet metal ribs and formers. Available in 3 inch and 4 inch diameter, Sonex flanging dies are made from durable fiberglass reinforced injection molded plastic. They are tough-enough to use with a hammer or… Read More
Sonex Aircraft is Hiring!
Sonex Aircraft, LLC is seeking both Full-Time and Part-Time Mechanics, Technicians and Assemblers to fulfill the growing demand for Sonex Aircraft Quick Build Kits and Sonex Aerospace Unmanned Vehicles. All experience levels from licensed A&P’s, experienced non-A&P technicians to students are encouraged to apply! See the full job postings and apply today on our new… Read More
Paid Internship – Aircraft Assembly Technician
Get Hands-On Aviation Career Experience!
Whether you’re enrolled as a student pursuing your A&P, an engineering student looking to gain hands-on aircraft experience, or an established worker looking to try a career change to the aerospace field on for size, this is a great opportunity to enhance your education with new skills & experience while adding a great item to your resume! Past Sonex interns and employees have landed full-time positions with Sonex, Mike Goulian Aviation, Blue Hawaiian Helicopters, Virgin Galactic, Gulfstream, Textron and others. Interns work side-by-side with full-time mechanics, engineers and managers to build Sonex Aircraft Quick Build Kits for customers, construct Sonex Aerospace unmanned aircraft, and build new aircraft design prototypes. Unlike “Big Aerospace,” Sonex is a small organization and Sonex shop staff and interns work on a wide variety of airframe assemblies and tasks with ample opportunity to see many facets of the Sonex operation and “learn by osmosis.”
Aircraft Assembly Mechanic
Join our growing staff of Aircraft Assembly Mechanics!
If you’re looking for an energetic, dynamic workplace outside of “Big Aerospace” with variety and opportunity, Sonex is the place for you. Whether you’re an established aircraft technician or A&P, or you are looking to focus your mechanical experience on a new career in aviation, we want to hear from you. Sonex Assembly Mechanics build Quick Build Kits for Sonex customers, construct Sonex Aerospace unmanned aircraft, and help to build new aircraft design prototypes. Sonex is a small business with a family atmosphere. Sonex shop staff work on a wide variety of airframe assemblies and tasks with ample opportunity to see many facets of the Sonex operation and “learn by osmosis.” The cream rises to the top at Sonex, and with talent, drive and a passion for aviation, Sonex employees can grow to their full potential within the organization.
Onex First Flight: Peter Ungsunan
Congratulations to Peter Ungsunan of Yonkers, New York whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Onex (S/N ONX0170) flew for the first time on August 21st! “The AeroVee engine and Onex airframe fly great and control feel is quick and responsive,” writes Peter. “It’s my first build and test flight, I enjoyed building it and everything finally… Read More
SubSonex First Flight: McLaren Aerospace
Congratulations to McLaren Aerospace of Yonkers, New York whose SubSonex (S/N JSX0031) flew for the first time on July 11th! “The pilot was Paul Miles and the flight took place at Hampton Roads Executive Airport (KPVG),” writes Angus McLaren of McLaren Aerospace. “Everything went great and Paul reported it was a joy to fly. Very… Read More
Sonex First Flight: Timothy Smith
Congratulations to Timothy Smith of Commerce, Texas whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 0028) flew for the first time on July 18th! “AW inspection was passed on 24 May 2020, and first flight at the crack of dawn on 18 July 2020, by the owner/builder/Test Pilot,” writes Tim. “Landed safely with very few squawks.”… Read More
