Sat, Oct 29, 2005
The FAA completed evaluations of the Waiex and Xenos Kits in
October 2005 for compliance with the "major portion" requirement of
14 CFR section 21.191(g). Sonex, ltd tells ANN that both kits were
approved on October 21, 2005.
The Waiex (above) offers the same great performance and flight
characteristics of the Sonex but with a sporty Y tail. Simple
construction is from a laser-cut kit with preformed ribs and
pre-welded components using a minimum of tools.
The Xenos (below) is an all-metal, two-place motorglider
designed for economical, self-launch soaring as well as power-on
cruise speeds of up to 130mph with either the 80 HP AeroVee or the
120 HP Jabiru 3300. The Xenos has a glide ratio of 24:1 with the
standard wingtips, and 22:1 with optional aerobatic tips (+6/-3G).
The wingtips are fully interchangeable, and the wings themselves
can be removed in 20 minutes for storage or trailering. Simple
construction is from a laser-cut kit with preformed ribs and
pre-welded components using a minimum of tools. Outstanding
performance is achieved through its clean aerodynamic shape and
simple, light weight construction.
This approval ensures all Waiex and Xenos Builders will have a
smooth road in Registering their aircraft as "Experimental- Amateur
Built". It also ensures all foreign customers whose governing
aircraft agencies use the FAA's Amateur-Built Aircraft Kit list for
compliance can now build the Waiex and Xenos.
The Waiex and Xenos will be included in the next release of
eligible Amateur-Built Aircraft Kits listed by the FAA.
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