Sonex First Flight: Timothy Smith
Congratulations to Timothy Smith of Commerce, Texas whose standard gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 0028) flew for the first time on July 18th! “AW inspection was passed on 24 May 2020, and first flight at the crack of dawn on 18 July 2020, by the owner/builder/Test Pilot,” writes Tim. “Landed safely with very few squawks.”… 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
Join Us for Spirit of Aviation Week: Sonex Update Webinar and More!
While you can’t be here in Oshkosh next week for the cancelled AirVenture 2020, you can still visit with Sonex Aircraft virtually. Register for our EAA webinar on Wednesday, July 22nd at Noon Central as we celebrate Spirit of Aviation Week! Catch-up with Sonex Founder and President John Monnett and learn about all of the… Read More
Sonerai Has Arrived: Plans and Parts Now Available!
The Sonerai has come back home to Oshkosh! Sonex Aircraft is pleased to announce that Plans and parts are now available for Sonerai I, Sonerai II and Sonerai IIS aircraft. The Sonerai is John Monnett’s original plans-build sport aircraft design. Available since 1972, thousands of Sonerai aircraft have been built over the past 40+ years…. 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
Sonex First Flight: Dave Conwell
Congratulations to Dave Conwell of Peru, Indiana whose tri-gear, AeroVee powered Sonex (S/N 1353) flew for the first time on June 24th! “Test pilot Jake Logan stayed aloft and ran 3000+ rpm,” writes Dave, “Jake stated the plane flew great and all temps were in the green. Many thanks to my wife and family for their… Read More
Onex First Flight: Wes Ragle
Congratulations to Wes Ragle of Weatherford, Texas whose standard gear, 2400cc VW powered Onex (S/N ONX0089) flew for the first time on June 24th! “Just dropping you a note to let you know that Onex #89 made its maiden flight yesterday,” writes Wes. “It was an awesome, intense, and once in a lifetime experience. This… Read More
Sonex First Flight: Dave McGloon
Congratulations to Dave McGloon of Grants Pass, Oregon whose standard gear, Jabiru 3300 powered Sonex (S/N 0739) flew for the first time on May 25th! “It flew great!” writes Dave. Gold Wings are on the way! View the Latest Sonex Aircraft Completions
Sonex Virtual Tour at This Week’s Virtual Fly-In!
Sonex Aircraft is excited to announce a Sonex Virtual Tour to be presented at this week’s Virtual Fly-In! The builder-established Virtual Sonex Fly-In has now become a weekly event, and for this week’s gathering, Sonex Founder and President John Monnett will give a personalized tour of the Sonex facilities. Despite COVID-19, there has been a… Read More
Sonex Virtual Fly-In is Now a Weekly Event!
The Sonex Virtual Fly-In has now become a weekly event! Tune-in Saturdays, typically at 3pm Eastern Time. See the Kitplanes Magazine article covering the first event! Who: Everyone! What: Virtual Sonex gathering using the free “Zoom” video conference app. When: Saturdays, 3:00 pm Central Time Where: Connect online Get Full Details, including “airspace rules” at: SonexBuilders.net Find More Builder Organizations… Read More
