Sunday, February 12, 2017

February 12, 2017: aft empennage temporary assembly, rudder attach


First, I made two retainer plates for the horizontal stabilizer counterweights, using scrap aluminum and nutplates - see photos.  This will allow tightening of the counterweight bolts any time they are loose.  Attached the elevators to the HS. Installed rod ends on rudder and fitted to VS.  Checked clearance of the rudder with elevators in trail.  Checked rudder clearance.  Everything looks pretty much perfect.  Very pleased with how the tailcone looks fully (temporarily) assembled.  SECTION 11 COMPLETE 









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