Learn More about the Sonex/Waiex Gross Weight Increase from Mark Schaible
In an October 14th press release, we announced a gross weight increase for Sonex and Waiex aircraft (both A-Models and B-Models) from 1150 to 1220 lbs for aircraft with 100hp or more. We’ve received some very positive reactions to this change, along with some questions. Watch Sonex owner and president Mark Schaible’s interview with The… Read More
Sonex First Flight: Sparky Harden
Congratulations to Sparky Harden of Warwick, New York whose AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 1597) flew for the first time on October 8th! “First flight completed this morning, followed by an hour at high power running her in,” writes Sparky. “Thanks to all the folks at Sonex for a great company, a great product and world… Read More
Sonex Flying Stories: Bryan and Adam Cotton Featured in Sport Aviation Magazine
Congratulations to Bryan and Adam Cotton, builders of AeroVee powered Waiex W0191, who are featured in the October edition of EAA Sport Aviation Magazine! The 8-page feature story Blueprints and Bonds; A father-son airplane project” by Holly Chilsen details Bryan and Adam’s journey building and flying their Waiex. The Cottons began their project when Adam… Read More
SubSonex JSX-1 Becomes Part of EAA Museum Collection
Sonex is proud to announce that SubSonex JSX-1, the original proof-of-concept SubSonex Personal Jet prototype, has become part of the EAA Aviation Museum collection in Oshkosh, WI. Delivered to EAA last week, the historic prototype will join the original prototype Sonex and other John Monnett designs including the original Sonerai I prototype, the original Moni… Read More
Sonex Flying Stories: Robbie Culver’s Oshkosh Adventure
Anyone who knows Sonex builder Robbie Culver and saw him at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this year saw a slightly different Robbie. There was a slightly larger smile on this face, and an extra spring in his step, as he was tickled pink to have flown his Sonex to AirVenture. This wasn’t the first time he’s… Read More
Onex First Flight: Ray Wilhelm
Congratulations to Ray Wilhelm of Bermuda Dunes, California whose Rotax 912 powered Onex (S/N ONX0217) flew for the first time on May 17th! “First flight was May 17, 2024. Since then there have been several more flights to work out the cooling and trim issues,” writes Ray. “After relocating the the oil cooler and installing… Read More
ASA Founder John Davis Goes West
During the week of AirVenture 2024 the Sonex community received word of the passing of Sonex Builder and American Sonex Association founder John Davis. John, 84, passed away on Monday July 19th in his current home town of Crossville, TN. An Air Force veteran, John flew the C-124 Globemaster II during Vietnam and went-on to… Read More
Sonex Builder Events: Sonex Foundation BBQ at 7th Heaven is Set for Oshkosh ’24!
The Sonex Builders and Pilots Foundation annual AirVenture BBQ is back again for 2024, scheduled for Wednesday, July 24th! The party will be an informal BYOB burgers and brats affair at Wayne Daniels’ 7th Heaven over on the east side of Wittman Field. The night airshow is a highlight of the week, and attendees can enjoy it from… Read More
See the Latest KITPLANES Interview About the Sonex Highwing!
Following last week’s major progress update on the development of the Sonex Highwing design, Sonex owner & president and Sonex Highwing designer Mark Schaible spent some time chatting with Marc Cook of KITPLANES Magazine about the aircraft. See the full video interview above or on the KITPLANES web site today! Learn More About the Sonex… Read More
Sonex Aircraft in the News: The Long View of SubSonex Ownership
The award winning SubSonex Personal Jet built by KITPLANES Editor at Large and retired NASA Flight Director Paul Dye once again graces the cover of KITPLANES magazine this month. This article is an insightful review of Paul’s SubSonex ownership experience over the past four years. Like the rest of the Sonex fleet of aircraft designs,… Read More
