RedBall8,
Yes, the covering comes up at the points. Just the propwash peeled mine back a few inches. A fairly hot iron will seal them pretty good. I used a tiny drop of CA after I ironed it down... for extra insurance. I have powered mine with a 3W 48cc twin.... those cheek cowls just begged for a twin. Fits like a glove. Lots of room for cylinders, plug wires, etc. Weight comes in just at 20lbs. Used a 20 x 10 Biela 3 blade prop (way too much for the 48, but had 21lbs of thrust!) I did put the elevator servos (2) in the aft fuselage (Hitec 645mg) Helps with the balance too. Wasn't too crazy about the slop generated by the Y linkage.
Maiden flight was exciting to say the least. Lots of torque drift, even with that giant rudder, and the elevator was WAY too much.... flew like it was tail heavy. (took 4oz of lead out of tail to push cg forward a little)
Next time, I'll be ready for the torque and bumped up expo to 75% on elevator. We'll see how it flies this weekend. Also have a smaller prop on it this time.... 19x10 3 blade..should help with the torque, but still PLENTY of thrust.

As a side note... at 38%, this plane draws lots of attention. It is beautiful!!!! and even with a very twitchy elevator, it flys great! Has a cool presence in the air. You're gonna love this plane!!! I flew it only once, and it is my favorite plane already!!

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