Waiex First Flight: Randy Lyons

Congratulations to Randy Lyons of Crystal River, Florida whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Waiex (S/N W0212) flew for the first time on October 12th! “Waiex Ser. No. 212 chewed through it’s leash on October 12, 2020,” writes Randy, “Much to the delight of the builder/owner/pilot, the wings stayed on and the engine continued to make… Read More
Waiex-B First Flight: David Tibbo

Congratulations to David Tibbo of East Bend, North Carolina whose tri-gear, UL260iS powered Waiex-B (S/N WXB0041) flew for the first time on July 11th! “Only 20 months after kit shipment, I did my first flight out of KLAF on July 11,” writes David, “The aircraft was absolutely stable, and only a few minor issues –… Read More
Waiex-B First Flight: Stirling Brandt

Congratulations to Stirling Brandt of California, Maryland whose standard gear, AeroVee Turbo powered Waiex-B (S/N WXB0037) flew for the first time on June 30th! “I am thrilled to report my first flight was yesterday morning,” writes Stirling, “My B Model Waiex (N371WB and serial no. WXB0037) is a tailwheel configuration, with aerobatic ailerons, and powered… Read More
Waiex-B First Flight: Ron Heberlein

Congratulations to Ron Heberlein of Wilsonville, Oregon whose standard gear, UL Power UL260iS powered Waiex-B (S/N WXB0026) flew for the first time on October 26th! “After a little over 2 1/2 years, our plane is finally up in the air!” writes Ron. “It was a great feeling to be able to take off for the… Read More
Waiex-B First Flight: Les Wellington

Congratulations to Les Wellington of Eugene, Oregon whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Waiex-B (S/N WXB0023) flew for the first time on August 13th! “August 13, 2019 was first flight for our Waiex-B flown by Gary Ludeke,” writes Les. “Performed seven successful takeoff and landings with no known issues. Very exciting to see the plane fly that… Read More
Waiex First Flight: Ryan Roth

Congratulations to Ryan Roth of Knoxville, Tennessee whose standard gear, AeroVee Turbo powered Waiex (S/N W0197) flew for the first time on June 16th! “Well, it flies!” writes Ryan, “All in all, the flight was a great success and I’m very much looking forward to the next one!” Gold Wings are on the way to Ryan!… Read More
Waiex-B First Flight: Lou Pappas

Congratulations to Lou Pappas of Glendale, Arizona whose AeroVee Turbo powered, standard gear Waiex-B (S/N WXB0010) flew for the first time on December 16th! This is Lou’s second Sonex Aircraft build, having previously completed and flown Waiex S/N W0031 in 2006. “Thanks to you guys for all your help again,” writes Lou. “#2 Sonex for… Read More
Waiex First Flight: Max Emmighausen

Congratulations to Max Emmighausen of Sugar Hill, New Hampshire whose tri-gear Waiex (S/N W0059) flew for the first time on September 30th! “My Waiex flew for .6 hrs yesterday at Mt Washington Regional KHIE. It flew wonderfully, no surprises,” writes Max. “Thanks especially go to my ultra patient and helpful wife Cathy, Mike Smith for… Read More
Waiex-B First Flight: Juergen Voll

Congratulations to Juergen Voll of Wichita Falls, Texas whose AeroVee Turbo powered, standard gear Waiex-B (S/N WXB0017) flew for the first time on September 23rd! “It flies pretty nice with a nice crisp response to the aerobatic ailerons,” writes Juergen. “Despite that the day of the first flight started with marginal weather, it conluded with… Read More
Waiex First Flight: Donald Wolcott

Congratulations to Donald Wolcott of Brimfield, Illinois whose AeroVee powered Waiex (S/N W0132) flew for the first time on June 24th! "It flew just as expected with no problems," writes Don. "What a rush and experience to be able to build your own plane then give it its first flight. Thanks, Sonex for a great… Read More