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KipAero Sopwith kits, ignition and electrical components for Vintage Aircraft. Authentic reproductions for the original experience.

09/25/2026

In this video, we run the engine to make sure it’s operating properly and fluids are circulating through the cylinders as they should.

Sopwith Pup build continues. A little Throwback Thursday with some black-and-white photography from the workshop. Some t...
09/24/2026

Sopwith Pup build continues. A little Throwback Thursday with some black-and-white photography from the workshop. Some things simply look right in monochrome.

A few wing strut fittings coming together at Kip Aero.There’s a fair bit of work that goes into making these pieces. Get...
09/22/2026

A few wing strut fittings coming together at Kip Aero.

There’s a fair bit of work that goes into making these pieces. Getting everything lined up, striking an arc, and keeping the weld right where you want it takes a steady hand and plenty of practice.

Over 100 individual metal fittings go into a Sopwith Pup…Brackets, mounts, hinges, supports and countless smaller pieces...
09/16/2026

Over 100 individual metal fittings go into a Sopwith Pup…

Brackets, mounts, hinges, supports and countless smaller pieces—all carefully fabricated, shaped and fitted to the original design.

Nearly a century later, some things are still best made by hand.

08/12/2026

The Kip Aero team is finishing up the cabane struts for the Sopwith Pup. These structural struts support the upper wing from the fuselage and play an important role in keeping the wing properly positioned and aligned.

to, August 2020. One of our favorite moments. Seeing the Sopwith 1½ Strutter, built by the team at Kip Aero, take to t...
08/06/2026

to, August 2020. One of our favorite moments. Seeing the Sopwith 1½ Strutter, built by the team at Kip Aero, take to the skies.

The week ends on a high note. The team at Kip Aero has successfully completed a set of Sopwith Pup axle spreaders. A sma...
07/31/2026

The week ends on a high note. The team at Kip Aero has successfully completed a set of Sopwith Pup axle spreaders. A small component with a vital job—helping the undercarriage absorb the forces of landing and keeping the aeroplane ready for many safe flights to come.

Craftsmanship matters, especially when history is meant to fly.

A couple of behind-the-scenes photos of the Sopwith Pup undercarriage being fabricated here at Kip Aero.
07/24/2026

A couple of behind-the-scenes photos of the Sopwith Pup undercarriage being fabricated here at Kip Aero.

Work continues on the Sopwith Pup, as we shape and refine cowling. For more information on Kip Aero's Sopwith reproducti...
06/25/2026

Work continues on the Sopwith Pup, as we shape and refine cowling. For more information on Kip Aero's Sopwith reproductions, visit kipaero.com.

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2127 Crown Road
Dallas, TX
75229

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Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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