Sport Pilot

How We Qualify
The sport pilot certificate allows persons to operate "light" aircraft that meet the following criteria. We've listed
how the Sonex,Waiex, and Xenos meet each of these criteria below:

1. Gross Weight: 1320 pounds or less

All Sonex, Waiex, and Xenos Models have a max gross weight of less than 1320 lbs.

2. Vso: 45 knots or less (51 mph)

All Sonex and Waiex Models have a clean stall speed of 46 mph (40 mph flap extended stall speed). Xenos Models
have a clean stall speed of 44 mph.

3. Maximum speed in level flight with maximum continuous power (Vh) of not more than 120 kts (138
mph) CAS under standard atmospheric conditions at sea level.
Sonex, Waiex, and Xenos all meet this requirement with their standard propellers for all factory-approved engine
installations.

The most common question on these speeds involves the use of the 3300 Jabiru. According to the Jabiru Factory,
the maximum continuous power rating of the 3300L Jabiru is at 2850 rpm. At this rpm and under the specified
conditions, the Sonex and Waiex cruise at 135 mph and the Xenos cruises at 100 mph.

4. Unpowered or single engine-powered

Met by all Sonex Models

5. Unpressurized
Met by all Sonex Models

6. Two occupants or less

Met by all Sonex Models

In conclusion, the Sonex, Waiex, and Xenos all Meet the Sport Pilot Criteria. The Sonex was designed and built in
1997 to meet the "Ultralight" and "Light Aircraft" Standards from other countries including Italy, Great Britain,
Canada and Australia (just to name a few). These International Standards served as the "Blueprint" for the Sport
Pilot/LSA rules.

The Sonex family of aircraft are the ideal Sport Pilot Aircraft with their simple construction, affordable price,
minimal instrumentation, and large performance envelope. The Sport Pilot represents a fantastic opportunity for
the Recreational Pilot to keep flying affordable and fun!

If you have any specific questions about how the Sonex fits into the Sport Pilot Category, please contact Sonex
directly at:

E-Mail: info@sonexaircraft.com
Phone: 920-231-8297