What Do You Need - Pipistrel Sinus Build Manual

What do you need?

Space
Pipistrel Sinus aircraft have a wingspan of just under 15 meters, while Virus aircraft have
approximately 12.5. In order to work the wings comfortably, you're going to need a work space
that is at least 9 meters long, because Sinus wings measure approximately 8 meters long. This
would give you a little space at each end to move around a little more if you're making a Virus.
Work Conditions
Working with epoxy requires, that the components epoxy and work space need to be around 21
degrees Celsius until the epoxy completely cures. For all other steps and procedures you aren't
required to heat your workspace.
Work Conditions
Here is a list of tools that will definitely come in handy when making your Pipistrel aircraft:
Vapor mask
Variable speed drill
Set of metric drill bits (longer ones if possible)
Metric thread taps
Metric step drill
Standard metric open-end wrenches
Standard metric ratchet sockets
Standard metric Allen wrenches
Special NutSert installation tool
Right angle hand drill (or drill angle attachment)
Jigsaw
De-burring tool
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Tape measure
Swaging tool
Work lamp (one that you can hang in the aircraft if
need be)
Scissors or clippers
Paint brushes
Dremel hand drill
Dremel sanding drill bits
Heat gun
Various files for sanding, grinding and polishing
Felt-tip marker (erasable)
Drill bits for countersinking
Vernier caliper set
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