Is Sonex a good aircraft?
All out, the Sonex does an easy 165-170 mph and settles into a really nice 140-150 mph cruise. the Sonex is notable in providing a 4:1 speed range, the holy grail of exemplary aircraft design… (with a) stall down at 40 mph and a cruise of 170 mph, (the Sonex) liberally exceeds this 4:1 mark…
How fast is a Sonex?
With the standard Sonex Propeller, the additional power the 120 hp engine provides translates to a 50% increase in climb performance along with an increased cruise speed of 130.32 knots (150 mph) and top speed of 147.7 knots (170 mph).
Is the Sonex an ultralight?
The Sonex, Waiex and Xenos are a family of lightweight, metal, low-wing, two seat homebuilt aircraft. The Sonex can accept various lightweight – less than 200 lb (91 kg) – engines of between 80 to 130 hp (60 to 97 kW). The Sonex, Waiex and Xenos all qualify as American experimental light-sport aircraft (ELSA).
Is the Aerovee engine reliable?
Many have had good performance from the Rotec TBI on the Aerovee. Either way, you have a rock solid engine with two separate ignition systems and an internal 20 amp alternator and Skytec starter. As mentioned above, reliability is generally good. All aero conversions are using forged cranks.
Is a Sonex aerobatic?
The Sonex is a two-seat aluminum aircraft designed by John Monnett and sold in kit form by Sonex Aircraft. Like most of John’s designs, the aircraft is aerobatic, easy to build and fun to fly.
How long does it take to build a SubSonex jet?
Paul took delivery of his SubSonex Personal Jet at his home in Dayton, Nevada on November 1st 2018, and with the very complete SubSonex Quick Build Kit, the build took roughly 425 hours to complete over 85 days, not including paint work.
Do you need a license to fly a Sonex?
The Sport Pilot/Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) Rules represent simplified options for flying your Sonex Aircraft. The Sport Pilot rules also allow you to fly with a Driver’s License instead of a traditional FAA Medical. A Sport Pilot can fly any of the Sonex Aircraft Family, except the SubSonex Personal Jet.
How much is a Sonex airplane?
Kit Price Increases Coming November 30th: Order Now to Lock-In Current Pricing!
| Kit Package | Current Price | New Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sonex-B Complete Airframe Kit | $23,997 | $24,495 |
| Sonex-B Kit-Minus-Tail Package | $22,162 | $22,660 |
| Sonex-B Quick Build Kit | $31,767 | $32,395 |
| Waiex-B Complete Airframe Kit | $24,318 | $24,995 |