Month: January 2024

So many layers come together at one joint and the hole alignment isn’t perfect here. To strengthen I designed a doubler.
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While working on the CF side skins, a while ago, I found out that I had some alignment issues with the side angles, after further investigation with Sling Aircraft the conclusion was that both parts need to be replaced. Good news because this will hopefully solve the alignment issues, but also bad news because the rivets near the joining location will be difficult to remove.
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Due to the winter cold I didn’t work on the plane in the recent 2 months. Since this week it’s around 10 degrees so some work could be done.
There are 3 stringers on each side of the CF that have a flange with a 2.4 mm step and limited edge distance, this joint didn’t feel very strong so I strengthened it with joggled doublers.
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