Originally Posted by RBACONS

You did not mention what plane it is that you plan to recover. If the full-scale plane was metal covered, then fiberglass cloth and paint are probably the way to go. But if its a WWI model or early biplane, then a fabric covering like Solartex or Stits may be a better option (and more realistic). And even if it was a warbird, frequently the ailerons, elevators, and rudder were fabric covered.

If its just a sport model (not a rendition of a full-scale plane), then fabric covering is probably an easier route to take because you won't have to do anything about the non-sheeted areas before covering.