Complete Flap Fabric

The leading edge tapes on the flaps were shrunk to give a nice tight fit.  Then a coat of the thinned adhesive was put on the tape to securely attach it to the flap.  The ends were dressed around the curved surfaces, cutting a few slits to keep it from bunching.  Irons were used to smooth any bubbles and/or wrinkles.

Completed Flaps on Display

Having completed the flaps, it was a good time to clean the work space.  Ed workbench also need to be lengthened and now was a good time to complete this task.

The Just Highlander manual gives some advice on how to maximize fabric usage to minimize waste.  We took measurements of the ailerons and wings and cut the fabric for the aileron to adhere to this advice.  Hours: 5