We'll see who's the first to identify the mistake I made. Hey, I'm not a master-craftsman/builder. I never claimed to be, and I make plenty of mistakes while putting together the most simple airplanes. This particular airplane has tried my patience a few times due to the lack of instructions, but I'll reserve judgement for now. Based on the quality of the kit alone, it may be a little over-priced, but not by much.

TOTAL TIME INVESTED SO FAR: APPROXIMATELY 17 HRS

Today I finished covering the new vertical stabs and rudders. I then hinged the rudders and elevator. After that, I epoxied the wing tubes to the main wing panel and tail booms, making the airplane a total of four pieces to transport to and from the field, (fuse, booms/main wing panel, & 2 outer wing panels). I also epoxied small pieces of hardwood into the exposed ends of the aluminum wing tubes for screw retention.

I went against my better judgement and installed the front fuel tank and fuel lines while the glue was drying. I was going to save it until the end since the tank will rest above the battery and I'm not sure where it's final resting place will be. But, I'm trying to shorten my to-do list.

I also set up the linkages on the wings today.