Xenos-B First Flight: Keith Craw
Congratulations to Keith Craw of Parker, Colorado whose AeroVee Turbo powered Xenos-B (S/N XNB0021) flew for the first time on January 8th! “Here’s a shot of Xenos XNB-0021 over the plains of Colorado,” writes Keith, “Flies great without engine power and a lot quieter too! Thanks for an interesting kit and final product.” Gold Wings… Read More
Sonex Highwing Update: Tail Kits Are Shipping! Fuselage Kit and Quick Build Production to Begin
Tail Kit Shipments Sonex is pleased to announce that shipment of Tail Kits for the Sonex Highwing have begun! Shipments and customer pickups commenced on Tuesday, with a production and shipment schedule for the first tail kit orders currently extending into mid-February. If you have not yet ordered your Sonex Highwing Tail Kit, Order Today!… Read More
When Grandpa Builds an Airplane…
“This is what happens when Sonex builders have to wait…” wrote Sonex-B builder James Yrineo, “Chris waiting on a kit and me waiting for my first grandchild to be born.” Let’s face it, many participants in our hobby have “Grandparent” listed in their resume, or soon will. James Yrineo, builder of Sonex B serial number… Read More
Onex First Flight: Mark Ferstl
Congratulations to Mark Ferstl of Tucson, Arizona whose Standard Gear, Rotax 912ULS powered Onex (S/N ONX0040) flew for the first time on November 4th! Mark’s Onex was used as the test bed for Cooper Aircraft Corporation’s new Sonex/Rotax Installation Kit. Learn More. Gold Wings are on the way! View the Latest Sonex Aircraft Completions Learn… Read More
Rotax Install Update: Onex/912ULS Flies and New Cooper Install Kits Available
Sonex is pleased to announce that Cooper Aircraft Corporation has introduced new, updated Sonex installation kits for the Rotax 912. These new installation kits are designed to work with Sonex Ring Mounts for Rotax installation, and are compatible with both tailwheel and tricycle gear installations in all Sonex aircraft models. Sonex ring mounts are designed… Read More
Kit Price Increases Coming: Order NOW to Take Advantage of Current Prices!
Due to rising costs for parts & materials, Sonex and AeroConversions Products will be implementing price increases effective December 15th, 2025. Order a Kit Today! Order by 12/14/25 for Current Prices: Order Now! The Bottom Line: What Will My Project Cost? Pricing changes for Complete Airframe Kits, Quick Build Kits, and AeroVee Engine Kits are… Read More
Sonex Highwing Update: Tail Load Test, Tail Kit Production, Wing Tip Testing, and More!
Tail Kit Production Starting Sonex is pleased to report that a successful static load test of the Sonex Highwing horizontal tail section was conducted last week! With the completion of this milestone and positive results from our flight testing with full-span wing tips (see below), production of Tail Kit parts is ready to commence. If… Read More
Sonex Highwing Update: Watch the October Webinar Video
A video archive of our October 8, 2025 Sonex Highwing Webinar is now available to view. This webinar, hosted by EAA, gives a brief overview of the Sonex Highwing and its development, and details the progress made since AirVenture 2025. With first flight on June 30th, we had an extremely successful showing of the new… Read More
Sonex Highwing Webinar: Tune-In October 8th!
Sonex Highwing customers, fans and the Highwing curious: tune-in to our next Sonex Highwing Webinar on October 8th! This webinar, hosted by EAA, will give a brief overview of the Sonex Highwing and its development, and will detail the progress made since AirVenture 2025. With first flight on June 30th, we had an extremely successful… Read More
Waiex-B First Flight: William Batten
Congratulations to Bill Batten of Columbus, Indiana whose Standard Gear, Jabiru 3300 powered Waiex-B (S/N WXB0067) flew for the first today! “I was very impressed with the quality of the Sonex kit,” writes Bill. Gold Wings are on the way! View the Latest Sonex Aircraft Completions Learn More About the Waiex-B!
