Composite Approach

MASTER FLAP ACTUATOR – October 1, 2021

MASTER FLAP ACTUATOR – October 1, 2021

The flaps are the movable parts of the main wing that you see rotating down and back when landing. The Switchblade has flaps, which are on each side of the body on the main wings, and need to move...

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CENTERING THE DUCT – September 29, 2021

CENTERING THE DUCT – September 29, 2021

While we are waiting on a new part for the prop transmission, Composite Team member Bart Long is shown installing a centering rib for the duct in the rear of the Switchblade. As has been mentioned...

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STIFFENING THE TAIL – September 14, 2021

STIFFENING THE TAIL – September 14, 2021

Samson is working on stiffening the tail to prevent unequal loading (more pressure on one side than the other) from moving the tail slightly out of position, and causing poor flight characteristics....

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