Depron wing build

[@robertobarsottini7214]

I have 56 years and my pleasure is to make model airplanes from a project because it was with my father who discovered a passion for this sport . and build model airplanes . Rode many Kits Carl Goldberg , Great Planes , House of Balsa, Sig , etc .., and especially onte projects had to cut all the pieces. Excellent video , this is the real modeling . A lesson for those who only think of buying ready model airplanes . Congratulations from Sao Paulo .

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Roberto. I'm always amazed at how nicely the wing airfoil turns out with this method. Designing and building planes is a big part of my enjoyment of this hobby.

[@robertobarsottini7214]

Truth Newton! The best of our hobby are the experiences and discoveries of new materials, new techniques and proof that we can change the model airplanes into something simple, inexpensive for anyone to feel the pleasure of flying a model airplane. Seeing their model aircraft fly so well, remember that in 1976, following a Model Airplane News magazine project made a Parasol 1929 model airplane in cardboard boxes refrigerators, kkkkkkk, and his flight was spectacular, it was an unforgettable feeling. congratulations

[@EnglishTurbines]

Andrew, a great instructional Video, straight to the point. I think you should mention the very important fact that you are using Aero grade Depron sheet for wing making in this clip and not the denser standard grade Depron which I use for making a Fuz. In your clip, you simply grooved the LE fold using rounded end dowel, a great method, but unsuitable with the denser grade as its just not possible. Aero grade Depron is 25% less dense than standard grade Depron, and if you are making wings, it makes a big difference. When I make a Fuz, I use standard grade, and cut and glue with joins, not folds, which makes the Fuz a lot stronger.

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks English, I'm not aware of the different grades of depron, this is just the cheapest building material I can buy. I do the same as you with fuselage corners, Flite Test "A folds".

[@runheli]

Toll explained. Step by step without haste. With such simple parts the flight characteristics are fenomenal. Thumps up

[@CarminesRCTipsandTricks]

TWO Thumps up!! 😜

[@torritoist]

To Andrew Newton, THAT WAS A FANTASTIC VIDEO! I really appreciate your time and effort. The results speak for themselves too! I hope to try your instructions out. Well done, sir! Ron

[@AndrewNewton]

Good luck Ronald, It makes a lovely wing.

[@Cyrvs71]

An extra thumbs-up for the Tyrell Corporation tee-shirt. Well done, sir.

[@AndrewNewton]

More human than human!

[@mongini1]

Hey Andrew :D finally a depron instruction video... i just saw the Foamboard one and couldnt find a vendor here in germany who can provide that... now that i saw depron is an option i can finnally start to plan my first own plane... thanks a lot Andrew :D

[@AndrewNewton]

My pleasure Roberto. Good luck with your build.

[@mongini1]

Andrew Newton thanks. ill come back here and show you my result ;-)

[@wordreet]

Check out foamboarden.de

[@mongini1]

wordreet nice site but with 1 little issue... i dont need 25 sheets at once... i dont know if ill keep building. maybe im not talented enough. then i would have like 20 sheets of foamboard laying around ^^

[@wordreet]

I know what you mean, I got some 6mm under floor insulation foamboard from a local shop and I also had some paper covered foam. One year later I still have lots of it here. Hah! I need to fly more, crash more, make more. :¬D

[@mazpr2025]

We need more of this type of videos!

[@typxxilps]

A bit late but yt algorythm put this on top of my list just 5 years later ... very valueable fir my understanding + learning.

[@hindsight99]

Excellent tutorial! I am now the proud owner of two freshly made depron wings using your/ExperimentalAirlines technique for the first time:-)! One thing I found is that it might be good to put the first strip of tape so it spans the leading edge fold. If not (no prizes for guessing how I know), the tape may loosen and/or Depron break, if the fold ends up close to where one strip joins to the next. Looking forward to receiving some spars so I can join the wings and start on the fuse! Regards, Matthew

[@AndrewNewton]

Sweet Matt. Good tip about the leading edge area. I haven't had a problem yet but may have just been lucky.

[@mdellertson]

This seems like a great way to either prototype or make RTF airfoils. I really like the way you embeded the space for servo wires. Thanks for sharing mate!

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Mike. With some narrow test folds you can perfect the dimensions and come up with sweet airfoils.

[@mdellertson]

I bought a small bansaw, which I'm going to make some molds to experiment with. Pretty exciting stuff.

[@Heathfloors]

Love your videos mate and admire anyone that wears crocs on a you tube vid... totall respect... keep em comin

[@AndrewNewton]

Crocs and socks, what was I thinking. OK lifting the standard from now on.

[@appletourist6137]

Very very good job

[@kaluvanhariharan4256]

Very nice explanation... sir. I purchased the depron sheet with the paper on both sides. Should I peel off this. Please guide me..

[@AndrewNewton]

I haven't used paper covered foamboard. Follow Experimental Airlines Armin Wing instructions

[@krsticmilosh]

Hello. Very nice video.Please tell me what is the material of Spar you use and how long and heavy it is?Can I use wooden spar?Thanx

[@alexherrera3918]

Excellent explanation !!!!.. what is the smallest wing size recommended using this method? thanks!!

[@AndrewNewton]

Chord or wingspan?

[@alexherrera3918]

@@AndrewNewton both

[@alexherrera3918]

@@AndrewNewton , i want build a small savage bobber with max weight of 200 grams.

[@solosailor222]

Brilliant foil shaped made easy ! Have you tried the newer 2mm depron sheet with this method?

[@AndrewNewton]

3mm depron kzbin.infosearch?query=3mm%20depron

[@solosailor222]

@@AndrewNewton AWESOME !!

[@SomeGuyInSandy]

I happen to have an unmolested sheet of 6mm Depron, and have been toying with a few ideas... You just made my mind up for me! Sweet! Oh, subbed too!

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks, glad to be of help. Grab that tape and start covering!

[@nestorguillermodelcastillo8766]

EXCELENTE TRABAJO , TENDRAS ALGUN TUTORIAL ALA CON DIEDRO ???

[@MarkPrimavera]

Great simple video to follow. If you're making a wing with no ailerons you would fold it even on the trailing edge, correct?

[@AndrewNewton]

Make it the same, just don't cut the aileron hinge

[@BennyCFD]

Just curious, why don't you cut a groove at the leading edge bend, and maybe at the apex of the top of the wing where it goes over the spar. It still retains strength and makes it easier to fold over.

[@AndrewNewton]

BennyCFD I tried that and it makes the bends too sharp

[@adilsonpedrao736]

Thank you! Good job!!! From Brazil!!!

[@Mikinct]

Great video, learned something. Question. When you did that "Glide test" toss. Do you typically do that with all planes you scratch build? Or just lighter one without motor or large battery

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks. I only do the glide test with models that are capable of gliding, like motor gliders or slope soarers.

[@ntblb89]

Amazing . I want to start this hobby . With my childrens . I m little bit confused where to start . Do i have to start with rc cars and boats as there is no restrictions ? Or simply start with wings and planes ?

[@AndrewNewton]

Cars and boats are much easier to learn with and in some countries you must register the plane or pilot if you are flying.

[@StPaaty]

fantastic ultralight wing

[@MarkPrimavera]

Hi Andrew, I found this video so helpful. This is my first attempt at building foam board wings and I did go through a few boards, it's all in the fold - @ 2:05 I find that line is very important to get a good fold. - thank you for sharing.

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Mark. I agree, the fold is crucial

[@alexandrpetrov1110]

Now I switch to corrugated plastic board to create tapered airfoil which is stronger and more efficient than sheeted foam. Honestly, I still use sheeted form for building an aircraft.

[@ezio.caissutti]

Aboslutely impressive..! You are a Master of the self made... wooowwwww.....

[@AndrewNewton]

Ha, thanks Ezio

[@atheermuhammed2971]

Can I connect the wings using the long spiral piece only without attaching the wings with adhesive tape, which means that I can dismantle the wings easily?

[@AndrewNewton]

Add a small spar further back to stop them rotating and maybe velcro or rubber bands to hold them together.

[@sarjito1968]

thanks andrew.. your wing build method simple and esay... its inspire to foam wing built

[@doganbenli898]

really nice Andrew. Thanks for sharing and greetings from turkey.

[@AndrewNewton]

Greetings from Australia Dogan.

[@angelofmusic477]

Nice. Now I switch to corrugated plastic board to create tapered airfoil which is stronger and more efficient than sheeted foam. Honestly, I still use sheeted form for building an aircraft.

[@AndrewNewton]

I use the plastic board for fins occasionally but I find it's a bit to heavy for wings and fuselage

[@oscarocque1336]

Congratulations, excellent tutorial !!! Greetings from Venezuela

[@AndrewNewton]

My pleasure Oscar

[@jakeTsnake20]

Nice vid. Thx. If i bend a 6 mm sheet like you do, it will break!!! How come yours doesnt ? Do you heat it first ?

[@AndrewNewton]

Just have to tape one side before bending.

[@jakeTsnake20]

@@AndrewNewton will try that. Thx a lot

[@angelofmusic477]

Nice, have you tried a 1.5 mm corrugated plastic wing bend to tapered chords . It is the most efficient airfoil I have come across,. It's light weight and very tough.

[@AndrewNewton]

I haven't seen 1.5mm.

[@angelofmusic477]

@@AndrewNewton you can google . I am planning to order the 1.7mm thick cp weigh 250g per square metre...very light

[@kevinharsley5436]

Excellent video

[@chadhayes4945]

I know this video is like 3 years old but for anyone that might see this, consider adding a little dihedral to these wings if you make them. It will just add a little more stability :)

[@AndrewNewton]

Danilo Garcia-Hansen I can't reply direct due to your Google+ privacy setting. Have a look at Flitetest for uncovered foam board building or Experimental Airlines for tape covered foam board building. I either use packing tape or document laminating film for strength and durability..

[@alfredomurillogarcia4489]

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[@harikrishnan_tn]

incredible work man.....simple and easy

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks, give it a go!

[@HuskyButterMan]

Just found your channel, wanted to say thanks for all your efforts making videos! I will learn a lot from you, I'm sure!

[@AndrewNewton]

Welcome Rodney, enjoy the journey

[@kibiwottnoah1201]

@@AndrewNewtonl appreciate your efforts so much.... I also have a dream of making an aeroplane...can aluminum sheet help me to make a plane wing...?

[@timn4481]

Two sheets, sand to airfoil as required. It's so easy to sand, and you can form any foil. Lighter also.

[@adventuremongoose8895]

Thank you for this video. This is really helpful. I was wondering if one could make the wing without the rod in between. Would the wing hold? Also from your experience which of the 2 is better, depron or foam board?

[@AndrewNewton]

A small thick wing might be OK. US Adams board (Dollar tree) is good, but if that's not available then depron is the best.

[@dr.sabihaahsan7376]

from your ideas I have maked my own plane that good and working well but I have a problem about servo can I fly my plane without servo

[@AndrewNewton]

+sabiha ahsan You can make a free flight glider without servos

[@owenp267]

Hey Andtew, Got my depron started building it not as easy as it looks is it, fuselage is a headache trying to get it square,

[@AndrewNewton]

I use the Flite Test style A and B cuts rather than just bending for the fuselage. That means you cut out 6mm strips at each corner, makes it easy. You could even cut out top bottom and sides separately then glue and tape them together.

[@gilleslecorre85000]

Please what kind of tape to cover wings ? no need of hotgun or hair dryer ? Thanks for France Gilles

[@AndrewNewton]

50 micron coloured packing tape. Nothing special. No heat required

[@prabalsharma6190]

sir; Good video;great method. Can i use 3mm depron with a balsa spar? Further what is the weight of this wing without all the electronics? Regards

[@AndrewNewton]

That would be fine for a smaller or lightweight wing, but I have not tried it myself. The red wing weighed 220g without servos fitted.

[@prabalsharma6190]

+Andrew Newton thank you. i will surely try making one and update you. Regards

[@isquerdo1]

Hello, good morning! Very good. Which type of tube used and measured? Thank you. my greetings

[@AndrewNewton]

+Gilmar Isquerdo Hello. It's all in the description Gilmar.

[@isquerdo1]

+Gilmar Isquerdo Thank you Andrew.

[@rentgen3968]

Spectacular invension & revulutionary creative genius.I like it.

[@kengilly867]

Nicely explained and great detail.... Thanks Andrew

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Ken, are you gong to build one?

[@ShafiqAhmedVlogs]

Sir iam a big fan. please make videos on different materials that can be used to make wings... as in India it's hard to find depron boards...

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Superman. Have a look at Hotwire cutting. You might be able to find some polystyrene that would work. Or paper covered foam board like Flite Test builds

[@jeffpittel6926]

Nice work,,,have you ever experimented with wingtip washout?

[@AndrewNewton]

Washout is easy with hot wire cut wings, but it's on my list of future videos

[@ЕвгенийПанин-у7й]

Здравствуйте! Скажите пожалуйста а жесткости элеронам хватает или лучше усилить их реечкой ли карбоном?

[@AndrewNewton]

Aileron is a bit flexible, OK for a glider, but for faster planes carbon fibre strip would be a good idea

[@dineshvyas]

Great video.

[@martini4753]

why do you have wings so far from nose? Is it to get CG right on the wing without adding extra weight?

[@AndrewNewton]

Correct, lighter flying weight

[@martini4753]

@@AndrewNewton Do the distance between wings and h stabilizer affect stability?

[@AndrewNewton]

More distance gives smoother pitch control and wider acceptable CG range

[@ChristKrew-Rev1.8]

Can this board be primed and then painted for covering? thanks for sharing!

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes it can be painted but it still needs tape covering for strength if you're going to bend it into shape.

[@ChristKrew-Rev1.8]

Thank you.... I am looking to make a FB ungly stick and this wing right here looks great! Again... .thanks for sharing!

[@lalitg.shelare6134]

Very nicely , clearly explained totally got it. Thank you sir

[@AndrewNewton]

You are most welcome

[@rumsin300]

Thank you! Very nice video ! Are there any blueprints for this aircraft?

[@AndrewNewton]

Not really. Maybe search for Experimental Airlines Photon Plans

[@RCShufty]

Very nice, I've been tempted to try making an armin wing using depron as our foamboard is a bit too heavy for my liking. You're a lot more scientific with your building than me, I tend to just slap it together and see how it goes :)

[@HartlandOrchard]

Great video thanks!

[@wibbyarief8958]

Hi Andrew, i have some question. Did you make a shallow score cut along the leading edge fold? Or just pinch the foam with rounded dowel directly?

[@AndrewNewton]

Just a compressed line from pressing the dowel

[@BanquoTheMaker]

Nice seeing this in action, mate!

[@markbrown6880]

Hi Andrew Where do you get your carbon fiber tubes for spars? Nice ones with camo paint on them. Some kind of archery or tent supply? Thanks so much Mark

[@AndrewNewton]

+Mark Brown Kites and fun things - www.kitesandfunthings.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=SSP4XCAM0. I ordered heaps to make the $50 postage worth it.

[@stephanebrillant5254]

Hello, beautiful video, I nested wanted to know what typifies, its name or material(subject) of scotch-tapes red you use to cover the wing svp

[@AndrewNewton]

stephane brillant Hello Stephane. Here's the link to all my building materials - newtonairlines.blogspot.com.au/2015/03/materials-and-links.html

[@stephanebrillant5254]

Thank you very much

[@tb_fpv4379]

How do you keep the tape from releasing from the foam? On many of my planes the tape loosens from the foam and creates bubbles under the tape.

[@AndrewNewton]

I don't have that problem. Might be the tape or temperature and humidity in your region?

[@tb_fpv4379]

@@AndrewNewton yeah I think so because after a long day at the field some of the planes get destroyed by the tape releasing

[@ChrissiRC]

Great Video 👍

[@ashokpathak1992]

Sir.,can we use biofoam Depron extruded polystyrene.

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes that looks perfect

[@rekhaingale1887]

Thanks Sir . . . How we can add dihedral angle in this wing

[@AndrewNewton]

Like this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5Kwl5x5fpaNZrM

[@CristianSzwarc]

Hi Andrew, arriving late to this video :) may I ask what's the approximate size of that fuselage? cheers

[@AndrewNewton]

Welcome Cristian. Something like this newtonairlines.blogspot.com.au/search/label/-%20Red%20sloper

[@CristianSzwarc]

amazing, cheers!

[@i_am_ur_manager7673]

hello ! I did the what kind of form your special tool is making, when you are forming the dent at the begining

[@AndrewNewton]

It's just a shaped wooden rod

[@letvalentino100]

Спасибо, очень хорошая технология изготовления крыла! Надо попробовать.

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes it works well, give it a try

[@letvalentino100]

"Да, хорошо работает, попробуй" -- я понял, спасибо, попробую.

[@Mikinct]

How does one know how long & the width of the wings of RC Plane? I have old electronics servos, motor & battery from a larger Aeroscout 2 1.1 & would like to know how small of a plane would would

[@AndrewNewton]

Would be fine with just about anything. Maybe not under 600mm wingspan

[@arnehusby1420]

Where did you get the nice red tape from? Hope it's OK that I share your wing building video with my club mates, on our site.

[@AndrewNewton]

Arne Husby Oh yes, very happy for you to share this video on your club site. The Red tape is included in a pack of 5 colours from Officeworks.

[@AndrewNewton]

Andrew Newton More info on all my materials here -newtonairlines.blogspot.com.au/2015/03/materials-and-links.html

[@FTSsjc]

Hi sir, thank you so much for your video. I was wondering if this technique could be used to build a wing for a DLG. Any ideas? Thanks again!

[@AndrewNewton]

DLG wing needs to be very thin and strong so this would not be the best build method. But you could make a DLG that you throw gently I guess.

[@JOeSJNrForReal]

The tapes made the difference, is it? What tape is that? I made mine using this method without the tape but when I bent it, it broke. I bought the foamboard from an art shop, and it is not cheap. Thanks for the informative video.

[@AndrewNewton]

That's right, the tape is essential. Just 50mm packing tape, nothing special.

[@JOeSJNrForReal]

OK. Thanks for the reply. Now I know my mistake. Thanks again.

[@skyshipam]

Awesome!

[@fritzstudios8571]

Where do you buy your depron from Andrew? I've struggled to get this in Australia.

[@AndrewNewton]

I used to buy it online from Tradewarehouse but they stopped selling real depron. The last lot I got was softer and not as stiff.

[@sshutupurface8345]

thanks for the tutorial, iwill be using tape because mine broke and I had to tape it

[@AndrewNewton]

More tape!

[@markbrown6880]

Thanks so much Andrew. I just ordered. Love the camo. I notice you do some diving. I'm a keen surfer and theres a lot of talk about sharks these days. As a multi rotor enthusiast I wonder if you think RC aircraft / quad copters could be used as shark patrol at AUS beaches? I think it could all be autopilot guided and image recognition software could be used to indicate high contrast forms in the water and alarm the lifeguards to a possible shark in the area. Saves on AVGAS! Best Mark

[@AndrewNewton]

+Mark Brown Excellent, they are perfect wing spars, and tail booms too. Interesting shark patrol idea, as long as the copters or planes didn't become more of a problem than the sharks.

[@yannigred440]

+Andrew Newton must i Tape it like you do? what is better if I do?

[@AndrewNewton]

Yanni Gred Yes tape is required or the depron will snap when you try to bend it.

[@yannigred440]

+Andrew Newton ok thanks

[@sparrowlt]

Isnt it too nervous with full spain ailerons? tipstalls? .. thinking about making this but using smaller ailerons (half span ailerons or so)

[@AndrewNewton]

Half span ailerons would work just fine. Better for a fast plane I guess.

[@sparrowlt]

Thanks! Not a fast plane.. just looking to make some wings with depron i have arround for a FPV plane.. so im more concerned with stability and lift.. tought maybe the full span would work just using little throws

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes you are right, small throws and/or aerobatic roll rate with full span. You certainly don't need that for an FPV cruiser.

[@sparrowlt]

It works! Thanks for the tutorial! made a 1.6m wing .. used 30cm ailerons in each wing 10cm from the wing tip and added small winglets to clean a bit the wingtip vortex.. it has more than enought roll for a FPV plane.. plane now flies great.. straight and efficient.. and lowered a lot the wingload

[@AndrewNewton]

Excellent, love hearing success stories

[@faviolubinmorenocamargo5058]

Muy buena ENSEÑANSA me gusta la forma de hacer ese tipo ded ala FELICITACIONES........

[@AndrewNewton]

+favio lubin moreno camargo Thanks. Hope it works for you.

[@tobygoodwin8651]

How do you find the lift of your wings? When ever I try I can never get the correct answer.

[@AndrewNewton]

Not sure what you're asking. Do you mean actual calculated lift force? Not something I have ever done.

[@tobygoodwin8651]

I was talking about the calculated lift force, but ok

[@swapnildinkar89]

dude u made my day simply described very well

[@AndrewNewton]

Excellent, thanks

[@Umaransari-ny6yo]

Neat and clean built...superb sir

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Umar

[@richardcerni9996]

Hi Andrew, so when you say that you don't glue in the spar, what stops it from sliding left or right inside the wing. Or does the friction keep it in place nicely. I think I just saw the answer in a previous comment a little bit down below. It's friction - thanks. Is the spar 6 mm with a 5 mm inner. Or is it 6 mm inner and 7 mm outer. Lastly, do you recommend, or is it a good a idea to use a spar tube within a tube for sliding in and out of when joining the wings to together? Thanks.

[@AndrewNewton]

That's right, you can glue it in but friction works for my builds. If you will pull the wings apart often then your idea of an inner tube makes sense. Spar dimensions here newtonairlines.blogspot.com/2015/03/materials-and-links.html

[@emirhan9374]

It was very useful. Thank you for sharing.

[@hugoboy971]

do you have to put a dihedral everytime you make a wing ?

[@AndrewNewton]

No, most of mine have no dihedral and I prefer it that way. Doesn't make a big difference.

[@hugoboy971]

ok thanks

[@hugoboy971]

can i use this plan for a foamboard ? with 30" WS

[@Kuvva_1]

this really nice but, for which plane this wing?

[@AndrewNewton]

servet içke I have used it with a few different bodies. Red Sloper, Ultra light sloper, motorised Red Sloper.

[@Kuvva_1]

1.65m (65") Twin Boom pusher, which wings plane for this plane?

[@AndrewNewton]

servet içke Same type of wing as this red one but a bit longer.

[@Kuvva_1]

OK. Thanks mr. Newton. Than i will build 1.65m (65") Twin Boom pusher and use this wing. Or if you have all plan maybe you share with me.

[@AndrewNewton]

servet içke More information here newtonairlines.blogspot.com.au/2014/11/17m-twin-boom-sloper-pusher.html Good luck and let me know how it goes.

[@marior125]

Andrew congratulation on your great videos. my question is where do you get the depron in australia.

[@AndrewNewton]

mario R Thanks Mario. Depron link is in the video description.

[@6696joaopaulo]

Olá,,,Qual é espessura de Depron que você usou para construir essa asa....?

[@AndrewNewton]

Olå. This is 6mm depron

[@6696joaopaulo]

Ok Obrigado......

[@tiborweisz1933]

João Paz

[@asangagunatilake8054]

Hi Andrew , what sort of high strength tape do you use to attach two wings and servos ?

[@AndrewNewton]

+Asanga Gunatilake Scotch Tough Tape. Follow at the materials link in the description

[@Fukaka2343]

Where do you place the servos on this wing and which servos do you recommend? thanks.

[@AndrewNewton]

+Abid Khan I have settled on TGY 9018MG metal gear micros for all my builds. Maybe HXT900 if I'm trying to save weight. Servo placement is shown in the video at 5.44

[@Fukaka2343]

Andrew Newton thanks!!

[@richardcerni9996]

Hi Andrew, nicely done.....I'm finally following in your foot steps along with what I have learnt from experimental airlines. Thanks to both of you seriously.....you're both a great inspiration. What I wanted to ask you is this: I am about to try this for the first time using a sheet of foam board purchased from Office Works. Am I supposed to remove the paper from the side that I will be applying the packing tape. Thanks

[@AndrewNewton]

I would leave it on unless you're going for light weight. What are you building?

[@richardcerni9996]

I'm looking to build the photon or the noobtube. I reckon I'll give the noobtube a go first. May as well start simple before I get ahead of myself. I'll see how my first wing turns out which is my 750mm foam board sheet. So if I'm happy with the first wing, I may go ahead and do the second for the photon model.

[@AndrewNewton]

Noobtube is not a beginner's plane but great to learn the building methods.

[@richardcerni9996]

It's all good. I already fly. I wanted to try this building technique and build some planes that are simple and cost effective, easy to repair or rebuild again if crashed or damaged. Plus this method does away with some of the many intricacies associated with traditional scratch building or building from a kit, especially where a ribbed wing is concerned. Cheers & thanks. I'll post something when I'm finished.

[@zip7806]

Is your Spar and Archery Arrow tube?

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes, Skyshark P4X

[@benedikt-dreyer]

Could this kind of wing in a shorter version be used for the 3 channel Trainer?

[@AndrewNewton]

+Ben Dreyer Yes, with dihedral.

[@benedikt-dreyer]

+Andrew Newton About how many degrees would be appropriate? Thank you very much

[@AndrewNewton]

+Ben Dreyer I knew this question was coming. This excellent site says 6 to 8 degrees www.djaerotech.com/dj_askjd/dj_questions/dihedralhog.html On my 1.2m dihedral wing the tips are each raised 70mm

[@benedikt-dreyer]

+Andrew Newton All right, thank you!

[@digranni128]

Because i 'm happy! thank u for video and embraces e happy new years to family.

[@AndrewNewton]

digranni Thank you and happy new year to you to.

[@TheEriksters]

love the crocs

[@AndrewNewton]

I'm no fashion slave, but they are so convenient.

[@usquanigo]

Probably a stupid question, but what kind of hot glue are you using? My experience with it is that it cools almost immediately and I often have no time to attach stuff even on a point application. Yet you ran a whole bead and then still had the ability to slide the formers around on it.

[@AndrewNewton]

HobbyKing or whatever is available. Might depend a lot on the air temp.

[@MichaelKGizzonimo]

I love a good build video.

[@AndrewNewton]

***** Thanks man. I enjoy making the videos as much as building and flying.

[@jjidol2496]

Sir cen I as. if I apply fiber Matt this pvc foam board she well not be melted sir

[@AndrewNewton]

Depron is OK with fibreglass resin

[@jjidol2496]

She well not be melf the pcv foam sir and thank you for the comment sir godbless sir.

[@AndrewNewton]

azatecas your Google+ settings prevent me from replying directly to your comment. The spar is only held in place by friction but it doesnt move.

[@MartijndeGraaf1001]

@@jellomaster5629 use wooden or aluminium spar

[@billbergen9169]

@@jellomaster5629 Carbon fiber spar isn't necessary.

[@larrywhalen127]

"Bob", I've built everything from from Comet and Sterling's tissue paper covered models during the fifties, (and still have a bunch in the attic btw), to 14 ' sailpanes now, so I wanted to give you a piece of advice about making your own spars, you can either buy an 8' long 2"x 4" piece of kiln dried douglas fir, cut it in half (4') and then using an electric planer from Harbor Freight smooth all the sides prior to cutting as many 1/4" x 1/2" or 1/8" x 3/8" spars as you will need in this lifetime. Doug-fir is slightly heavier than Sitka spruce but it is also stronger so you can build some fairly large models if that's what you want or you can just use it as a spar in a three foot slope glider, or what ever you prefer just as well - or you can just buy a spruce spar at the hobby shop for the same price as what you will pay for an eight foot section of doug-fir which you can make about (36) 1/4" x 1/2" spears from, the choice is yours. The only drawback here is you may have to purchase a small table saw but if you get into building like I and several other people I know the saw will pay for itself. Almost forgot, you could also purchase standard fiberglass arrow shafts from an archery store or off the internet and I've yet to have any break yet, and these are in some models which were built some thirty-five years ago.

[@abhishekbhama4635]

@@larrywhalen127 thanks for sharing your experience and improving our knowledge 😇

[@ckdesign]

hi andrew - the 10% airfoil section here is somewhat thinner than the armin wing build examples from ed@expair. can you say a little about your choice of 10% - is that something of an optimal target dimension? thanks.

[@AndrewNewton]

I think 10% is a sweet spot for chord thickness. Low drag for efficiency but still enough lift for slow flying.