Section 11: Wing Installation (Rubber Band Option)
A good general rule is using at least two
rubber bands per pound of airplane. A
5-pound plane will use 10 rubber bands.
Using more than the recommended amount
is fine, just don’t go overboard.
When removing the rubber bands, place
them in a container with a small amount
of talcum powder. This will soak up some
of the fuel from the rubber bands, making
them last longer.
Section 11: Wing Installation (Bolt-On Option)
Required Parts
• Wing
• Fuselage
• 1/4-20 x 2" wing bolt (2) • Wing dowel (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
• 6-minute epoxy
• Hobby knife
Step 1
Use a hobby knife to remove the covering to expose
the wing dowel holes in the leading edge of the wing.
Step 2
Use 6-minute epoxy to glue the dowels into the
leading edge of the wing.
Step 3
Use a hobby knife to remove the covering from the
trailing edge of the wing using a sharp hobby knife.
Also note: When putting on the rubber
bands, start from the front dowels at the
leading edge of the wing and stretch them to
the dowels at the trailing edge of the wing.
This applies greater pressure to the leading
edge of the wing and keeps it from raising
in flight.
