SNB-D02-11
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Canopy Frame Installation
Began assembling canopy frame to fuselage by locating canopy frame hinge on RH longeron. Since clecoes would impede placing the canopy frame on the hinge, installed three rivets in the canopy frame hinge to make it easier to remove (if needed later on). Placed canopy frame onto fuselage and aligned it 1/2″ from the turtle…
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Canopy Components – Part 3
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…