Once in a while we need to measure along a curved surface. How to do that? Reach into the sewing basket and pull out the sewing tape measure. Mine has inches on one side and inches plus millimeters on the other.
Dan Parker was just another enthusiast looking to make his mark in aviation with some kind of crazy, notable project. Then he came across the Facet Opel, current altitude record holder, and the race was on. Since then, hes been working on his airplane full time, hoping to break the existing record, and along the way hes come up with some innovative and exceptionally efficient building and design practices.