Waiex W0116
Waiex #116 had a first flight Saturday, March 16th, 2013 at 9:20AM.
Location: KFLY, Meadowlake Airport, Falcon CO.
Field Elevation: 6800ft.
Densitiy Altitude: 8100ft.
Aircraft: Sonex Waiex #116, Jabiru 3300A, tri-gear, acrobatic ailerons, MGL panel, empty weight 682lbs.
Test Pilot: John Gillis
PIREP: Plane performance exceeded expected parameters. Flew with minimal pilot inputs, literally flew hands off when trimmed. Aircraft well engineered and an strong thumbs up to Sonex.
Thanks to all at Sonex, especially Kerry and Jeremy. Plan on taking her to AirVenture in August to show her off.
Aircraft Details
Aircraft Model
Waiex
First Flight Date
March 16, 2013
Engine
Jabiru 3300
Landing Gear
Tricycle
Control Stick
Dual
Contact Information
Company Name
Gillis Enterprises LLC
First Name
John
Last Name
Gillis
Original Builder
John Gillis
Location
Phone
Email
Services Offered
EAA Technical Counselor
No
EAA Flight Advisor
No
Transition Training
No
Pre-Buy Inspections
No
Annual Inspections
No
First Flights/Flight Testing
No
