SonexFlight

SonexFlight Episode 78: Transition Training with the SBPF Syllabus

With spring finally here and new builders reading their planes for first flight, new owners getting ready to ferry their newly-purchased Sonex home, and the rest of us th

SonexFlight Episode 77: Taking Flight in Your New Sonex

Sooner or later it will be time to fly your new Sonex, and there are a few things that you'll want to keep in mind as you prepare for the big day. We speak with two pilot

SonexFlight Episode 76: Selling Your Sonex

Each Sonex builder or owner will eventually reach the point where it's time to sell the plane. We discuss a rent experience where an owner sold the plane and hear about t

SonexFlight Episode 75: Pattern Precision

The Sonex is a great handling, easy flying sport plane, that flys with absolutely no bad habits. We cover the techniques used on a typical pattern flight, discuss the spe

SonexFlight Episode 74: Second Owner Survival Tips

Non-builder owners of experimental aircraft show a disturbing trend in the accident data, sometimes running into problems within the first few hours or even the flight ho

SonexFlight Episode 73: Project Closeout

The plane is at the airport and ready to fly, but what items should a builder consider as they make the transition from a builder to an operator? We discuss the objective

SonexFlight Episode 72: Customizing Your Sonex Experience

One of the great aspects of homebuilt aircraft is the ability to customize and tailor our planes to our own interests and requirements. We speak with builder Jake Logan a

SonexFlight Episode 71: Electric Xenos Motorglider

Electric power for homebuilt aircraft continues to make great strides to becoming available and practical for homebuilders of average means. Gabe DeVault walks us thru hi

SonexFlight Episode 70: Are Acro Ailerons Right for You?

Sonex airplanes have always been known for light and responsive handling, but sometimes pilots want even more! For pilots wanting superior roll control, Sonex offers the

SonexFlight Episode 69: AllenFlight Extended Wingtips

Tim Allen of AllenFlight speaks with us about his wingtip extension modification, and hear about the installation process and results he's achieved.

SonexFlight Episode 68: The Last Mile to First Flight

'90% done, 90% to go!' Every homebuilder is confronted with this truth as they near the end of the project and must accomplish a multitude of little things that have to b

SonexFlight Episode 67: Catching Up with Sonex Aircraft

It's been some months since our last conversation with Sonex Aircraft, and we thought it was time to catch up on the latest happenings. Join us to find out what's been ha

SonexFlight Episode 66: Dynamic Prop Balancing with DynaVibe

Builders and pilots are always looking for ways to improve the performance and reliability of our engines and aircraft, and ensuring your aircraft's propeller runs smooth

SonexFlight Episode 65: Sonex Holiday Gift Guide

The holiday season is upon us, and this is a good time to brush up your Christmas wish list. We've put together a few items that we think would be great ideas to enhance

SonexFlight Episode 64: Cowling Fiberglass Techniques

Fitting the cowling is always a challenge, but with patience and the proper techniques it can be accomplished with minimum frustration. We cover our favorite tools, techn

SonexFlight Episode 63: Fitting the Canopy

The canopy is one of the most challenging construction tasks in a Sonex project, and that’s true of most homebuilts. The job can be repetitive and time consuming, and the

SonexFlight Episode 62: Engine Swap on an Already Flying Airplane

Every pilot wants more power in their airplane, or may decide to try out a different engine for various reasons, and over the years a number of pilots have decided to con

SonexFlight Episode 61c: AirVenture 2019, Wrap-up

AirVenture is over, and we're missing it already! The gang reviews some of our highlights from the show, and challenges encountered along the way.

SonexFlight Episode 61b: AirVenture Oshkosh 2019, Monday and Tuesday

AirVenture 2019 Days 1 and 2 were a blast! Here are a few samples of the things we did, people we talked to and events we enjoyed after the show.

SonexFlight Episode 61a: AirVenture Oshkosh 2019, Day Zero

AirVenture is here! Join us for some quick highlights from the weekend before the official start of the show.