Comparing the 2022 Sonex Build to the Announced 2027 Zenith Project

The One Week Wonder Initiative

The EAA AirVenture Oshkosh One Week Wonder project creates a finished airplane in seven days, allowing attendees to participate directly in the construction process. This initiative returns to AirVenture in 2027 with a new aircraft model. (Primary source)

During the 2022 iteration, the project focused on building a Sonex Waiex. Attendees gained hands-on experience by pulling rivets on the aircraft during the week of AirVenture. (Primary source)

The upcoming 2027 project will feature a Zenith CH 750 Super Cruzer. Announced on August 13, 2026, this build involves the Aspiring Aviators Aero Club and aims to showcase the ease of building a kit aircraft. (Primary source)

Visitors can learn about concepts such as weight-and-balance, propeller installation, and fuel flow tests by participating in the build. The 2027 project highlights these educational opportunities while using a design that is easier and faster to construct than previous models. (Primary source)

While a static display offers a finished product to study, the One Week Wonder provides an interactive, live-construction experience. This demonstrates the community aspects of building a kit and allows visitors to witness hands-on work like rivet pulling and paint selection. (Primary source; Primary source)