Sonex Aircraft recently posted a video of the B-Model flight test process in Red One, the company’s Waiex-B prototype. Flown by Joe Norris of Sonex Aircraft, Red One is AeroVee Turbo powered. Company officials say the the flight test process revealed no surprises — “it flies exactly like a Sonex and meets all published B-Model specs.”
Sonex begins initiative to introduce kit building to China
Officials with Sonex Aircraft announced on opening day of AirVenture that the Oshk0sh-based company has begun a new initiative to make kit aircraft building a part of the mainstream general aviation infrastructure in China.
Working with China GA trailblazer Francis Chao and his firm Uniworld, Sonex Aircraft is set to promote its products in China with a multi-part strategy that includes government advocacy, participation in the training infrastructure for GA pilots and mechanics, and growth of the Chinese recreational aviation enthusiast base. [Read more…]
Sonex cuts price on SubSonex jet
OSHKOSH — Sonex Aircraft has launched a new sales strategy for the SubSonex Personal Jet, with a reduced airframe price to put this aircraft into the hands of more pilots. [Read more…]
Sonex reveals B models now in development
Sonex Aircraft has unveiled its latest aircraft development project: Sonex and Waiex B-Models. [Read more…]
Sonex Aircraft named dealer for EarthX Lithium batteries
Sonex Aircraft has become a dealer for the complete line of EarthX Motorsports products. Sonex officials note the company has tested the EarthX aircraft battery line and approves their use in Sonex Aircraft designs. [Read more…]
Sonex Hornets Nest returns to its roots
Sonex Aircraft has hired pilot and engineer Jessica Bower as the newest member of the Hornets Nest Research and Development team at Sonex. [Read more…]
First customer-built SubSonex flies
The first customer-built SubSonex Personal Jet has flown.
Redge Greenberg of Durango, Colorado, made the first flight in his SubSonex, serial number JSX0003, Oct. 15. [Read more…]
Sonex CEO, mechanic die in crash
OSHKOSH, Wis. — Sonex Aircraft officials are reporting that CEO Jeremy Monnett and assembly mechanic Mike Clark died June 2 in an accident involving Sonex Sport Acro N123SX at the east end of Wittman Regional Airport’s runway 9 around 3:30pm.
The cause of the accident remains unknown pending investigation by the FAA, NTSB and Sonex Aircraft. [Read more…]
Mystery box heads to Georgia
EAA AVIATION CENTER, OSHKOSH, Wisconsin — The “Mystery Box” from last year’s Gathering of Eagles fundraiser at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is heading to Georgia to benefit an education program for young people, thanks to the combined efforts of the Experimental Aircraft Association, Sonex Aircraft, and longtime aviator Ron Alexander. [Read more…]
Bob Carlton to debut SubSonex aerobatic show at SUN ‘n FUN
The SubSonex Air Show, flown by performer Bob Carlton, will make its worldwide debut at the 2015 SUN ‘n FUN International Fly-In & Expo. [Read more…]