I thought about why I am actually building this aeroplane, and just wanted to share that with you #aeroplane #experimentalaircraftchannel #flying #homebuiltaircraft #sonexaircraft #sonex
I built my Sonex #1095 from scratch. I found the design to be ingenious. I absolutely loved the building process and flying it, as well. I flew my Sonex as often as possible...sometimes 3-4 times a week. It was a blast to fly and completely lived up to my expectations. Unfortunately, due to serious health issues, I had to give up flying and sold my Sonex. I miss it every day. Great little airplane.
Hi David, firstly let me say welcome to my Sonex build. One of my main criteria as you will know is it was based around my age, and needed something overall quick and simple to build. I absolutely admire those such as yourself who scratch build, you as well as those that did are the true pioneers. I watched a great RU-vid clip the other day of a Leonard Mulholland he still gets up for work everyday and is 99 years old, that's who I want to be, and hopefully still flying also. I am so sorry that you no longer fly and will be honest with you, you broke my heart little, and if its not me who can entertain you on RU-vid I hope you find others so as you never loose that love for aviation. Leonards link is below- Kind Regards Andy legaleagleairplane.com/
@@pandyseven I'm 69 years old. Was in my 50's when I started my Sonex build. Building and flying my own airplane was one of the best experiences of my life. I still fly with friends, once in a while. Just not as pilot in command. I've also discovered RC airplanes and am having a blast with that hobby. Looking forward to seeing your build progress.
I absolutely love your channel! It just popped up on my suggested videos a couple days ago and I've been binge watching ever since. So inspiring watching your progress. A few years ago, I had settled on building the Van's RV 7/A. I completed the empennage fairly quickly, but knew I'd have trouble moving forward and bucking the thousands of solid rivets alone. I'm just one guy. It's a bummer since I'm in WA state and just a few hours from their factory. No need to pay for shipping and long delivery times, but I think I'm moving my attention over to the Sonex now after watching your videos. I'd like to try and hold off until the new Sonex High Wing becomes available, but we'll see. Thank you for all the effort you put in to making these VERY informative videos! -Rob
Hi Rob, I actually built a RV6 many years ago and had the same issue, "one guy syndrome" so am feeling your pain. Pneumatic rivets are the way to go, so much easier to do the work, but and there is always a but, there are problem areas in any build which require 2 sets of hands, and you need to be the size of an ant to do the work. Please let me know of your progress with the Sonex choice...Regards Andy
Hey Dan, thanks for that kind comment, and I have been thinking about that post for a while now, and thought it time to put it out there. I am glad we both chose this aeroplane as with others and look forward to the many adventures we will all get from our build. Regards
Hey Kip, Well done you, I was kind of hoping you would get back into the video posts, would love to see some more pictures of your plane particularly in flight. Andy
The v-tail (or y-tail) has the advantages of 1. simpler (less) tail surfaces to build 2. No low-hanging horizontal stabilizer/elevators to get snagged/damaged in the weeds should an off airport landing be required. The v-tail mixer is a simple and reliable mechanism.
Hi Doug, Very valid reasons, and am sure there would possibly be 20 reasons perhaps endless reasons why. So let me sum up in 10 words why, the Sonex Waiex is perhaps all our choices of kit, its, "Compact collection of everything fabulous and noteworthy about homebuilt airplanes"
I looked at this aeroplane from every angle and it is just so appealing in particular the tail dragger. thanks for your comments, they are appreciated Regards
