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KipAero Sopwith kits, ignition and electrical components for Vintage Aircraft. Authentic reproductions for the original experience.
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to September 2019.One of the highlights of that year was seeing the Kip Aero Sopwith 1½ Strutter take to the skies. Wa...
06/18/2026

to September 2019.

One of the highlights of that year was seeing the Kip Aero Sopwith 1½ Strutter take to the skies. Watching it lift off and remain aloft so confidently was a proud moment and a true testament to the craftsmanship, dedication, and countless hours invested by the Kip Aero team.

As we focus on current aviation projects and future endeavors, it's always rewarding to look back at milestones like this one. Moments like these remind us why preserving aviation history—and bringing it back to life—is so worthwhile.

Although Sopwith Pups were built by several different manufacturers during the First World War, their wing structures re...
06/17/2026

Although Sopwith Pups were built by several different manufacturers during the First World War, their wing structures remained remarkably consistent.
At Kip Aero, every rib is built using original drawings and traditional methods, preserving the craftsmanship that helped make early flight possible.

The foundation of every wing begins with the ribs.Our team is hard at work crafting wing ribs for the Sopwith Pup, using...
06/03/2026

The foundation of every wing begins with the ribs.

Our team is hard at work crafting wing ribs for the Sopwith Pup, using traditional methods and careful attention to detail. It's a process that takes time, precision, and craftsmanship to get right.

The New Zealand Sopwith 1½ Strutter builder recently shared a few photos of the latest progress.The project is really st...
05/28/2026

The New Zealand Sopwith 1½ Strutter builder recently shared a few photos of the latest progress.

The project is really starting to come together. From shaping the wing bows to fitting the ailerons, every step brings this Sopwith 1½ Strutter closer to flight. And with the prop fitted for the photo, it is easy to picture the finished aircraft sitting proudly on the field.

05/21/2026

Throwback Thursday to 2019.

Here is a quick video demonstrating the success of the Kip Aero Kits in action. Always a proud moment for the team and a reminder of the craftsmanship, engineering, and dedication that goes into every build.
Stay tuned for more memories, builds, and aviation adventures from Kip Aero.

A bit more woodworking progress in the shop today as additional cap strips for the box ribs were cut and prepared.Each p...
05/07/2026

A bit more woodworking progress in the shop today as additional cap strips for the box ribs were cut and prepared.

Each piece brings the wing structure one step closer to assembly, and it’s always satisfying to see the parts steadily taking shape by hand.

04/23/2026

The team rolls tubing to form the front engine mount ring for a Sopwith Pup build.

04/09/2026

Inside the Kip Aero workshop as we begin Step 1 of 2 in forming wing ribs for a Sopwith Pup.

Using precision jigs and traditional techniques, our team is shaping the wing rib structure that forms the backbone of the aircraft’s wing. Every detail plays a role in maintaining the authenticity and structural integrity of our Kip Aero Sopwith Kit Builds.

04/02/2026

Throwback Thursday. Nothing quite like a Sopwith 1½ Strutter lifting off.

Moments like this are why we do what we do. At KipAero, our full-size Sopwith builds come straight from original factory drawings and use period-correct materials—keeping these aircraft as true to history as possible.

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