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Category: Sonex First Flights

Sonex-B First Flight: Tim Wrede

Published: September 21, 2023 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Tim Wrede of Stony Brook, New York whose tri-gear, AeroMomentum powered Sonex-B (S/N SNB0018) flew for the first time on September 20th! "The plane was a real joy to handle, climbed like a homesick angel, and incredibly easy to land," writes Tim. "It has been a wonderful experience building and your team only… Read More

Sonex First Flight: Robert Troyer

Published: September 8, 2023 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Robert Troyer of Toledo, Washington whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 0676) flew for the first time on September 1st! "After two years of building, the first flight of Sonex 676 was on Sept 1st. She was stable and a delight to fly," writes Bob. "Now it is on with the task-based flight… Read More

Sonex First Flight: Noel Wade

Published: May 17, 2023 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Noel Wade of Arlington, Washington whose standard gear, AeroVee Turbo powered Sonex (S/N 1339) flew for the first time on May 12th! While the man-hours required to build a kit aircraft can be squeezed into a couple years, many builders have to squeeze their projects into a busier life, but perserverence eventually pays… Read More

Sonex-B First Flight: David Brown

Published: February 13, 2023 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to David Brown of Ozark, Arkansas who has just reported the first flight of his standard gear, UL Power UL350i powered Sonex-B (S/N SNB0016) back on May 7th of 2022! “The build was very enjoyable and satisfying,” writes David. “First flight was amazing with plenty of power supplied by the UL350i engine.” Gold Wings… Read More

Sonex First Flight: Christopher Morris

Published: February 8, 2023 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Christopher Morris of Mount Dora, Florida whose standard gear, AeroVee Turbo powered Sonex (S/N 1732) flew for the first time on February 7th! “I assembled this kit while furloughed from an airline during COVID,” writes Christopher. “I first flew it today from Bob White Airstrip in Apopka, FL. The plane flew very well… Read More

Sonex First Flight: Bobby Marlette

Published: January 27, 2023 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Bobby Marlette of Coeur D’Alene, Idaho whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 0620) flew for the first time on January 21st! “I couldn’t have asked for a better flight!” writes Bobby. “Thanks to Sonex for designing such a sweetheart of a plane, and especially to my wife whose enthusiastic support made it possible… Read More

Sonex-B First Flight: Peter Hoey

Published: December 19, 2022 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Peter Hoey of Doylestown, Pennsylvania whose standard-gear, AeroVee Turbo powered Sonex-B (S/N SNB0021) flew for the first time on December 18th! “The aircraft and engine performed well,” writes Peter. Gold Wings are on the way! View the Latest Sonex Aircraft Completions Learn More About the Sonex-B!

Sonex First Flight: Brian Rodgers

Published: December 9, 2022 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Brian Rodgers of Danville, Illinois whose standard-gear, Jabiru 3300 powered Sonex (S/N 0847) flew for the first time on November 23rd! “Look forward to finishing phase 1 flights in this great airplane!” writes Brian. Gold Wings are on the way! View the Latest Sonex Aircraft Completions

Sonex First Flight: Lou Toth

Published: September 1, 2022 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Lou Toth of Pensacola, Florida whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 1520) flew for the first time on August 28th! “The Sonex design is smooth, swift, and precise in handling,” writes Lou, “I was seeing 110-115kt speeds on the short straight flight legs around a 2500ft grass strip. I want to thank John… Read More

Sonex First Flight: Bill Winkler

Published: June 16, 2022 | Posted In: Builder News, First Flights, Homepage - Side Column, Sonex First Flights

Congratulations to Bill Winkler of Chesterfield, Missouri whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 0530) flew for the first time on June 9th! “The plane flew and handled beautifully,” writes Bill, “quick, nimble and very well behaved! It was a pleasure to build… Thanks to Sonex for the great design, remarkably detailed plans and your… Read More

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