If this thing flies as fast as it builds then watch out. Since this is a prototype I am not going to put a $350 Jett 60 LX on it but will test the airframe with a TT 46 Pro.(I know I know) I am also experimenting with engine cowls and would hate to overheat an expensive engine. I have enough parts to build two airplanes and the second will be a different animal.

It was tempting to add more sheeting then my plans called for but I resisted. The open bays are not that big and bottom damage during landings should be less then my Dust. After applying the top center sheeting I put tri stock along the fuse area for a poor mans fillet. The nose ring was installed and the fuse sides that extended to the front were trimmed and pulled into the nose ring and glued. I also streamlined the bottom of the engine compartment.

The vertical fins were sanded but not glued in and the elevons were hinged. I think I will cover the plane before gluing the fins in because of the tight space between them and the hatch. The elevons will be installed before covering so I won’t have to reseal them.

I am going to reinforce several areas with fiberglass cloth and cut out what I would need. The large piece in the middle is actually going on the belly to protect it during landings.

The three most difficult things so far have been sanding the wing tips (razor plain on order), determining the sequence of assembly and not twisting the airframe while sheeting. Frequent checks for a straight airframe show it straight and the sheeting will now keep it that way.