Today it’s common to see all sorts of almost-ready-to-fly (ARF) planes at the flying field. ARFs make it possible to get into the air quickly so pilots can enjoy doing what they like best—flying! To ensure you end up with a great flying airplane that will last for years, there are a few key areas that should be addressed during the assembly process. Let’s see what’s involved.
CANOPY ATTACHMENT
With giant-scale planes, excessive engine vibration is quite common. Because of this, various techniques should be used to keep your model looking great. Over the years, I’ve seen modelers use wood screws to hold canopies in place. Others use white canopy glue to secure the cockpit enclosure. I secure my canopies with a combination of canopy glue and very small servo screws for
