I'm new to the group, and been researching building a Onex for a while now. Is there a OneX builder / flyer in Oz here that would let me sit in there creation? I'm 6'4" tall, and around 250 lbs. Will I fit (I think I can)
There are a few reason for the OneX but a main one is the ability to easily trailer away (I'm only 5 min from the Airport!) A second is the cheap running an maintenance cost of the AeroVee engine.
I have owned a piper Arrow in the past, and know that the running cost can build up
I’m in Wollongong, I keep my Sonex at YSHL, there are 2 more in my hangar. Send me a pm if you want to get in touch.
Michael Sonex #145 from scratch (mostly) Taildragger, 2.4L VW engine, AeroInjector, Prince 54x48 P-Tip VH-MND, CofA issued 2nd of November 2015 First flight 7th of November 2015 Phase I Completed, 11th of February 2016 http://www.mykitlog.com/rizzz/
Welcome to the group! It sounds like you're interested in building and flying an Onex aircraft, which is a great choice given its portability and cost-effectiveness. As for finding a builder or flyer in Australia who can let you sit in their Onex to check for fit, here are a couple of steps you could consider: