This Instructable is a thank you for all those who liked the Staple Sailplane and were looking for something a little more challenging. Many pilots will tell you that the planes they remember the most are the ones they first learned in. Because of this, I decided to do my next glider in the shape of a Cessna 172 Skyhawk, the plane I am currently using for my private pilot. This glider is smaller than its sailplane brother, measuring 40 millimeters in fuselage length, 53 millimeters in wingspan, and 8 millimeters in height. It is also slightly less aerodynamically adept than its sailplane counterpart, due to its short and wide wings and stubby empennage. It is, however, fairly stable and forgiving, much like the real C-172. Hope all of you enjoy it and post any suggestions, concerns, corrections, recommendations, and pictures in the comments section!
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Signing UpStep 1: Materials
1) Paper
- Most paper or post-its will work.
- The piece should be at least 4x6 centimeters.
- The piece should also have about the same thickness and weight of computer paper.
2) Stapler
- Use standard staples. They are approximately 1.5 centimeters in length.
3) Scissors
- Use a small, sharp pair.
4) Metric Ruler
- Small, clear rulers work the best for this project.
5) Pencil
- Mechanical pencils or a well-sharpened wood pencil is ideal.
- Most paper or post-its will work.
- The piece should be at least 4x6 centimeters.
- The piece should also have about the same thickness and weight of computer paper.
2) Stapler
- Use standard staples. They are approximately 1.5 centimeters in length.
3) Scissors
- Use a small, sharp pair.
4) Metric Ruler
- Small, clear rulers work the best for this project.
5) Pencil
- Mechanical pencils or a well-sharpened wood pencil is ideal.
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Awesome glider by the way :D
http://www.grc.nasa.gov/WWW/K-12/airplane/bernnew.html
A Masterpiece!