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Hi ladies and gents. I'm a Louisiana native living near Toronto. I'm 70 yo and all of a sudden, got the urge to fly again. I'm not rated for anything now and it's been many years nice flying ULs. Seriously thinking about SP certification and really interested in the Sonex with the AeroVee turbo setup. So I joined your group just to learn from builders and users. I've built a Ragwing Parasol from plans and assisted a friend build his RV 6 years ago.
Since I really don't know a thing about the Sonex I'll be mainly lurking here and not contribute any "expert" solutions. Just looking and learning.
Mike

Hey Mike

Welcome to our community! Glad to meet you


Robbie Culver
Sonex 1517
Chicagoland
Tails and Wings complete - finishing fuselage.
N1517S reserved

Hi Mike

You're probably too young, but maybe you'll find this interesting. Site of an alternative engine blog, but the latest blog is pretty motivating:

http://flycorvair.net/

Good luck with the build and the flying. Follow your dreams!

Gordon

Interesting story. I live 5 miles from the Zeneith dealer and assembler (Zenair) here in Ontario. They have some impressive products also. The 650 is second on my list.

I am just across the border, south of Buffalo NY. Did not know Canada had an SP certificate, or permitted flight without a medical. Sonex beats Zenith for strength of construction and fun flying. Started building a 650 back in 2008, mothballed it when folding (in-flight) wing problem emerged and did not like Zenith's initial responses. Bought a Sonex, no real comparison even after Zenith's B series "fix".

David A. Sonex TD, CAE 3300

Up here it's called a Recreational Pilots Certificate. Same rules as US. VFR and one passenger only, but allows a four place plane. Not sure about weight, speed, engine type, etc. An Ultralight pilot must have the UL certificate also. Tighter restrictions up here than US. Personally, I know a lot of UL pilots around here and none are licensed that I'm aware of. Tight restrictions, loose policing.