Final checks done ready for test flying this weekend, BUT unlikely to happen due to heatwave here, 40 degrees today and forecast to last so testing is probably going to be delayed.

I have installed a ceramic blanket forward of the rear former, adjacent to the engine tailpipe, sides and bottom, so its a "wrap" of about 3inches. The hatch is lined with the supplied aluminium sheet.

I am sure that this is all that is required to protect the fuselage sides during ground ops.

Regards,

David.