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Composite Construction for Homebuilt Aircraft

This is the only book that completely covers the field of composite kitplanes. You'll learn how you can build the fast, beautiful, and unique aircraft of your dreams - without expensive tooling and in less time than you may think. Discover why they're so popular and how they can be practical for you. This manual show you the techniques of working with plastics, and the basics of structural and aerodynamic design.

Some Important Topics Covered Include:

• Using foam/fiberglass matrixes, Kevlar, S-glass, graphite, polyester and epoxies.
• Mold making techniques, attaching other materials and fittings, inspection and repair procedures, as well as safety and health precautions.
• The reasoning behind lay-ups and composite sandwich designs.
• A complete catalog of supplies, tools, materials, definitions, shop facilities, and equipment requirements.
• Construction details, three-view drawings, and pilot reports are included for many of the over 20 different composite kitplanes: Lancair, Glasair, Glastar, KIS, Seawind, Dragonfly, Express, Berkut, Genesis, American Spirit, Air Master, Pulsar, AR-3, and the KR-2 and KR-2S.
• It's all here... the aircraft, materials, and methods. Learn how to work with the newest composite materials. The book shows you the subtle differences in style and construction philosophy of the most popular composite kitplanes. Let it help you decide which is best for you. Let it help you build the airplane of your dreams!
• Jack Lambie, the author, has built and flown airplanes for movies, made gliders, and flown self-modified aircraft for over 40 years. He was on the Gossamer Condor man-powered airplane design/construction team, which won the coveted Kremer Prize. He has written over 150 aviation magazine articles, and three books on building and flying kitplanes.
• Composite Construction takes the "mystery" out of composite kitplanes! Whether you're thinking about building a kit, working from plans, or designing something original, this book is for you. If you want to make modifications to improve your present airplane, or simply keep current on the use of these new wonder materials, this is your guide.