Clamped canopy frame components together and checked fitment on fuselage. Forward windshield flange might need a bit of trimming but overall fit good. Pilot drilled then updrilled forward and aft canopy bows to side rails. Cut canopy hinge pieces from P5 piano hinge stock then pilot drilled per plans. Modified hinge pin per plans and added bend. Updrilled canopy latch angle then countersunk screw holes for spring post and handle screws. Installed hardware to complete canopy latch assembly. Located fastener hole in fuel door, transferred hole to windshield skirt then updrilled hole to 1/4″ per plans. Finally bolted canopy bows to canopy rails to complete canopy frame assembly.
Hours Worked: 2.82
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