Sonex 1212
I bought this as a nearly complete kit, but put 800 hours into changes/repairs prior to FAA approval. Wonderful airplane, now with 109 hours in less than 8 months. Most fun flying I have ever had. I had some issues with some parts that should not have been used in the Corvair engine, but after they were replaced the engine is perfect. Thanks John Monnett and team. I recently flew it to Altanta and back (220 statute miles) at a gross takeoff weight of 1308 lbs (my wife and I and full standard fuel and full Aux wing fuel of 11 gal). We made the entire trip with 9 gallons left burning 5.8 gal/hr, 145 mph TAS at 5500 ft. The Corvair ran like a sewing machine!
Aircraft Details
Aircraft Model
Sonex
First Flight Date
August 28, 2016
Engine
Corvair O-190
Landing Gear
Tricycle
Control Stick
Dual
Contact Information
First Name
Walt
Last Name
Beaulieu
Original Builder
Edward Lee
Location
Email
Services Offered
EAA Technical Counselor
No
EAA Flight Advisor
No
Transition Training
No
Pre-Buy Inspections
No
Annual Inspections
No
First Flights/Flight Testing
No
