Mig-17
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With full inlet ducting, there are
considerable forces trying to collapse it
during flight. Ensure that the duct
material is solid and has no cracks in it
and that it is securely glued to all
formers. Cut the front and rear ducts
from 1/64” plywood. The edges of the
ducts overlap 1/4” and are beveled to
provide a smooth duct.
Insert the ducts in the fuselage and use
the jig mounted to a 1/4” dowel to hold
it round as you glue the seam. Double
check the alignment of the fuselage
before gluing the ducts to the formers.
Use the template on the plans and cut
and install the outlet duct. Make sure F8
and F9 are aligned and square to the
board.
Fit the tail assembly to the fuselage.
When satisfied with the alignment apply
a liberal amount of 30 minute epoxy and
make it permanent.
