A simple path into aircraft building
A Mini-Max project can start small or move straight into a more complete kit path. Begin with plans, build one section at a time with Mini-Kits, choose a full aircraft kit, or contact Mini-Max USA for help matching the right model and kit path to your goals.
Your Mini-Max build path
You do not have to buy everything at once. Choose the path that fits your budget, shop space, timeline, and confidence level.
Compare aircraft
Start by choosing the Mini-Max family that fits your flying goals, size, budget, and preferred layout.
Start with plans
Plans are the lowest-cost way to study the aircraft, understand the build, and begin planning.
Build in stages
Mini-Kits let you build one major section at a time while spreading out cost and shop work.
Choose a full kit
A full aircraft kit gives you the major airframe-focused kit sections organized around one model.
Ask for support
Contact Mini-Max USA if you want help choosing a model, kit path, or next step.
Choose the aircraft family first
The easiest way to start is by choosing the type of flying you want. Each Mini-Max family has a different feel, cockpit layout, power path, and budget range.
Ultralights
Simple, lightweight Mini-Max aircraft for Part 103-style goals and low operating complexity.
View UltralightsOriginal 1100R
The classic Mini-Max starting point with compact size, simple construction, and affordable flying.
View 1100RSpeedster
Open-cockpit Mini-Max aircraft for builders who want a sportier, more visceral flying feel.
View SpeedstersCoupe
Covered-cockpit Mini-Max aircraft for more protection, comfort, and cross-season flying.
View CoupesHi-Max
High-wing Mini-Max aircraft with strong visibility, practical construction, and relaxed recreational flying.
View Hi-MaxV-Max
VW-style and higher-power Mini-Max options across Speedster, Coupe, Hi-Max, and SuperMax layouts.
View V-MaxSuperMax
A standalone low-wing Mini-Max option with a wider cockpit and more substantial kit path.
View SuperMaxAeroMax
A distinctive Mini-Max aircraft page with verified specs, kit pricing, and clear next steps.
View AeroMaxStart with plans
Plans are the lowest-cost way to begin. They let you study the aircraft, understand the structure, review the drawings, and decide whether that model feels right before moving into kit sections.
This is a good path if you want to learn first, budget slowly, or make sure you have the shop space, tools, and confidence before ordering larger kit packages.
Best first purchase
Plans help you understand the aircraft before committing to larger kit sections.
Helpful for planning
Use the drawings and build information to plan your shop, budget, tools, and timeline.
Good for model comparison
If you are between two aircraft, plans can help you understand the differences more clearly.
Build in stages with Mini-Kits
Mini-Kits let you build one major section at a time. This is a practical path if you want to spread out cost, manage shop space, and move through the aircraft project in clear stages.
Plans set
Drawings, instructions, material lists, hardware details, and model-specific build information.
Wing rib kit
Materials and components to build the aircraft wing ribs.
Wing assembly kit
Spars, bracing, fittings, hardware, and main wing structure components.
Fuselage kit
Structural wood stock, adhesives, fasteners, and fuselage assembly materials.
Landing gear kit
Gear parts, brackets, and landing gear components for the selected model.
Empennage kit
Materials for the stabilizer, elevator, rudder, fin, and tail group.
Metal & hardware kit
Control cables, brackets, fittings, specialty metal parts, and essential hardware.
Select pre-fab options may be available to help reduce build time and improve consistency. Availability may vary by kit section and model.
Mini-Kits are section-based and may not include every item required to complete the aircraft. Review the current product listing and contact Mini-Max USA with any kit-content questions before ordering.
Choose a full aircraft kit
A full aircraft kit is the most complete airframe-focused kit path. It is designed for builders who want the major kit sections organized around one selected aircraft model instead of purchasing each section one at a time.
This path is a good fit if you already know which aircraft you want and prefer to receive the core kit package in a more complete, coordinated way.
Most complete kit path
Full kits organize the major airframe-focused kit sections around one aircraft model.
Less piecing together
A full kit reduces the need to order each major aircraft section separately.
Model-specific package
Each full kit path is built around the selected aircraft family and model.
Prefab quick-build and builder support
Some builders want to save time, improve consistency, or get help choosing the right path. Prefab quick-build options and builder support can help you move forward with more confidence.
Prefab quick-build options
Select prefab options may reduce build time and help make the project more manageable.
Builder assist estimates
Builder assist estimates help you understand possible support paths before choosing a kit.
Model selection help
Contact Mini-Max USA if you are not sure which aircraft family, kit path, or engine direction fits you best.
Prefab availability, builder assist, pricing, build times, and support options may vary by aircraft model and current availability.
How to choose the right path
The right starting point depends on how much you already know, how much shop space you have, and whether you want to spread the project out or move into a more complete kit package.
Choose plans if you are still researching
Plans are the best first step if you want to study the aircraft, understand the structure, and make a careful decision.
Choose Mini-Kits if you want to build gradually
Mini-Kits are a good fit if you want to spread out cost and build one major section at a time.
Choose a full kit if you know the model
A full aircraft kit is better if you have already chosen your aircraft and want the core kit sections together.
Contact us if you are unsure
Tell us your flying goals, budget, shop space, and experience level. Mini-Max USA can help you choose the next step.
Ready to start your Mini-Max project?
Compare the aircraft families, choose a build path, or contact Mini-Max USA for help deciding where to begin.
