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Sonex Aircraft announced that its high-wing prototype aircraft has had its first engine start, which fired up with no issues and it also successfully completed its first taxi and brake tests. Sonex said the aircraft has a short task list yet to complete before first flight, which it hopes to achieve before Oshkosh. The company is eagerly awaiting the aircraft registration to be returned by the FAA and final inspection. An intriguing idea, oft talked about in various circles, is now a reality as Lockwood Aviation has installed, tested and is preparing production of Rotax 916iS installation for Van’s RV-9... w