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Labeling
As builders, we often have a pile of parts to turn into something resembling a flying machine. The pile often contains dozens of similar,...
Drill Straight!
We've finished up the left spar for our Xenos motor glider, and that means starting what seems like a whole new airplane project to...
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Aero ‘lectrics
Jim Weir takes a look at low-cost and free CAD software available to help you document modifications you've made to your aircraft.
