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Category: Sonex Aircraft in the News

Smithsonian Air & Space Magazine: “The Electric Airplane”

Published: August 1, 2009 | Posted In: E-Flight Development, E-Flight Electric Propulsion Press, E-Flight Electric Propulsion Project, Sonex Aircraft in the News

Smithsonian Air & Space Magazine “The Electric Airplane” by Peter Garrison Sonex Aircraft LLC’s own Pete Buck received major recognition for his part in the E-Flight Electric aircraft research & development project in a feature article appearing in the August 1, 2009 edition of Smithsonian Air & Space magazine! The article, “The Electric Airplane” by… Read More

FlightTime Radio

Published: August 1, 2009 | Posted In: Sonex Aircraft in the News

FlightTime Radio Sonex Aircraft CEO and General Manager Jeremy Monnett was the featured guest on the August 15 edition of FlightTime Radio, an internet broadcast aviation radio show. Many Sonex Aircraft topics were covered, including the newest Hornets’ Nest Research and Development projects. The interview is now archived for download from the FlightTime Radio web… Read More

JetWhine Aviation News Blog: “Jet & ESA Fly From Sonex Hornet’s Nest”

Published: August 1, 2009 | Posted In: E-Flight Development, Sonex Aircraft in the News, Sonex News, SubSonex Development Archive, SubSonex News, SubSonex Press

JetWhine Aviation News Blog “Jet & ESA Fly From Sonex Hornet’s Nest” by Scott Spangler Scott Spangler of the JetWhine aviation news blog paid the Sonex Aircraft facilities a visit to learn more about our Hornets’ Nest Research and Development projects unveiled at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2009. The August 31st blog post covers the E-Flight… Read More

EAA Sport Aviation Magazine: “Going With the Wind”

Published: July 1, 2009 | Posted In: Sonex Aircraft in the News, Sonex News, Xenos Press

EAA Sport Aviation Magazine “Going With the Wind” by Jim Busha Read the Article! The first customer-built Xenos Motorglider, Craig Jones’ AeroVee powered Xenos S/N X0011, is featured in the July, 2009 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine! The article, “Going with the Wind” by Jim Busha, details Craig’s journey in choosing, building and flying… Read More

JetWhine Aviation News Blog: “Old Fashioned Focus Sustains Sonex”

Published: June 3, 2009 | Posted In: Sonex Aircraft in the News, Sonex News

JetWhine Aviation News Blog “Old Fashioned Focus Sustains Sonex” by Scott Spangler Sonex Aircraft, LLC utilizes a very deliberate business model to bring The Best Performance Per Dollar to the kit aircraft marketplace. A feature article published in the JetWhine aviation news blog: “Old Fashioned Focus Sustains Sonex,” details the business principles, values and strategies… Read More

Aviator’s Hotline Light Aviation Edition: What Makes an LSA Affordable?

Published: April 1, 2009 | Posted In: Sonex Aircraft in the News

Aviator’s Hotline Light Aviation Edition What Makes an LSA Affordable? The superior affordability of Sonex Aircraft, compared with other LSA aircraft, is featured in the April issue of the Light Aviation Edition of Aviator’s Hotline magazine. The Light Aviation Edition is an electronic e-zine, and the article details what you can do with money saved when… Read More

AirPigz Blog: John Monnett Podcast Interview

Published: March 1, 2009 | Posted In: AeroConversions Press, E-Flight Electric Propulsion Press, Sonex Aircraft in the News, Sonex News

AirPigz Blog John Monnett Podcast Interview on AirPigz Blog Martt Clupper of the AirPigz aviation blog visited the Sonex Aircraft factory on February 20th to interview Sonex Aircraft, LLC Founder and President John Monnett. The 53 minute podcast interview is available in its entirety at www.AirPigz.com The interview covers John’s history in aviation, through his… Read More

Waiex Named 2009 Homebuilt Of The Year by AirPigz Blog

Published: January 1, 2009 | Posted In: Sonex Aircraft in the News, Sonex News, Waiex Press

AirPigz Blog Waiex Named 2009 Homebuilt Of The Year by AirPigz Blog The new and entertaining aviation enthusiasts’ blog AirPigz has just named the Waiex their 2009 Homebuilt Of The Year (HOTY), citing the Waiex’s efficiency, safety, performance and ramp-appeal as reasons for the choice. Check-out the posting at www.AirPigz.com and you’ll see that this… Read More

AeroVee Engine Kit Featured on UltraFlight Radio

Published: January 1, 2009 | Posted In: AeroConversions Press, Sonex Aircraft in the News, Sonex News

UltraFlight Radio Show AeroVee Engine Kit Featured on UltraFlight Radio The AeroVee Engine Kit was featured on last week’s UltraFlight Radio Show, in conjunction AeroConversions’ announcement of the new Pre-Assembled Crankshaft/Prop Hub Assembly option for AeroVee 2.1 kits. Sonex Aircraft CEO and General Manager Jeremy Monnett was interviewed by UltraFlight Radio host Roy Beisswenger about… Read More

Sportsman Pilot Magazine: “Bill Hooten’s Sonex”

Published: January 1, 2009 | Posted In: Builder News, Sonex (aircraft model) Press, Sonex Aircraft in the News

Sportsman Pilot Magazine “Bill Hooten’s Sonex” by Jack Cox Bill Hooten’s beautifully-constructed Sonex (SN# 780) graces the cover of the Spring, 2009 issue of Sportsman Pilot magazine. The three-page feature article by Jack Cox details the construction project completed by Bill and his father and illustrates the aviation lifestyle that Bill is very fortunate to… Read More

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