Builder Spotlight
May 2009 Issue
To Launch a Light Sport
Details on the Jabiru J250’s fire-extinguisher system and some tips for locating holes with lasers.
Bob Fritz finds that in the midst of making progress, the build process has its own value. Here, he walks through the process of designing and installing an on-board fire extinguisher system for his Jabiru J250, and offers a few tips for locating holes and installing the wings.
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