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Month: May 2017

New Door Frames

New Door Frames

One of my most favorite things about flying is sightseeing. Looking down upon the earth. I love it. One of my least favorite things about my Tailwind is the lack of sideways visibility. I understand... read more

Author DorianPosted on Monday, May 29, 2017Sunday, Apr 15, 2018Categories MaintenanceTags jim scolesLeave a comment on New Door Frames

New Belly Panel

New Belly Panel

The old belly panel was functional, but I didn’t want to reuse it. It was worn out and dented and since I’m replacing just about every other external part on my airplane I may as well do... read more

Author DorianPosted on Saturday, May 27, 2017Monday, Apr 9, 2018Categories MaintenanceLeave a comment on New Belly Panel

Cub Yellow Paint

Cub Yellow Paint

There’s no turning back now. N11018 is officially Cub Yellow. Back when this whole project started, my initial plan was to have a bright matte white Tailwind when it was done. Just something simple... read more

Author DorianPosted on Wednesday, May 17, 2017Saturday, Apr 7, 2018Categories Stuff2 Comments on Cub Yellow Paint

The First Layer of Paint

The First Layer of Paint

The polybrush was applied last week followed by the silver ultraviolet protective coating. I wasn’t around to get pictures of either of those. Today she got painted white in preparation for the... read more

Author DorianPosted on Monday, May 15, 2017Friday, Apr 6, 2018Categories MaintenanceLeave a comment on The First Layer of Paint
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