I got to see Jeff and Isaacs planes together in the hangar when I flew with Jeff last year. They have a system of ramps that let the wings overlap slightly. So two Sonex in one 40 ft Tee hangar, with room to walk around both of them.
Sorry - Asked from my wrong account. What was the build cost and how do you think it flys anything you would compare it to? I have been thinking of selling my plane and picking up one of these.
Hi, I love how it flies. It is very light and responsive on the controls. There is a growing market of used Sonex where the original builder is done flying them and sells it. If you're up for it, I would recommend building it yourself though. You will become much more confident and familiar with the airframe that way and if you power it with a kit Aerovee, you'll build your engine as well. My kit was a series of purchases from other builders who had bought the components but didn't end up using them. If you get a new B model kit from the factory the airframe will run you 33k. Firewall forward is perhaps 13k, and instruments vary but if you want a basic glass panel I'd estimate 3 grand. It took me 4 years to build during high school but many others have completed it in 18 months. My only major complain would be the tailwheel training process. I was worried for the first 10 hours of my TW training that it would prove too difficult and stressful to enjoy flying. Now though, I have acquired good tailwheel proficiency and love to fly around or do touch and go landings or wheel landings. If you have any other questions shoot me an email tumbing.aviator@gmail.com
