Lancair ES User Manual

Lancair International Inc., Represented by Neico Aviation Inc., Copyright 2008 Redmond, OR 97756
Chapter 1 Page 1.1 REV. 2nd Ed./08-15-06
Introduction to the Lancair ES FastBuild Kit
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Chapter 1 Introduction to the Lancair ES FastBuild Kit
1.1 Introduction
The purpose of this chapter is to familiarize you with the use of this manual, the general
philosophy behind its layout, how to set up your shop and what supplies you will need. You
should also read the recommended books to familiarize yourself with glassworking if you are a
newcomer to fiberglass construction techniques.
Always refer to the Glossary on page G.1 for definitions of unfamiliar terms.
1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
1.2 Recommended Reading and Background Information . . . . . . 1.2
1.3 The Manuals, Blueprints and the ES CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
1.3.A Manual Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
1.3.B Blueprints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
1.3.C The ES CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
1.4 Setting up your Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5
1.4.A Shop Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5
1.4.B Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5
1.4.C Cutting and Layup Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
1.4.D Making a Useful Jack Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7
1.5 Shop Tools and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8
1.5.A Basic Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8
1.5.B Specialized Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10
1.5.C Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.14

Lancair ES Specifications

General

Brand	Lancair
Model	ES
Category	Toy
Language	English

Summary

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Recommended Reading and Background Information

1.3 The Manuals, Blueprints and the ES CD

1.3.A Manual Layout

Explains the logical progression and organization of assembly steps within the manual.

1.3.B Blueprints

Describes the importance and use of mechanical drawings for building the airplane.

1.3.C The ES CD

Details the contents and features of the electronic ES CD-ROM.

1.4 Setting Up Your Shop

1.4.A Shop Size

Specifies the recommended minimum dimensions for the workshop.

1.4.B Temperature Control

Discusses the importance of maintaining ideal shop temperatures for composite work.

1.4.C Cutting and Layup Tables

Details the construction of essential tables for cutting fiberglass and performing layups.

1.4.D Making a Useful Jack Stand

Provides instructions for building a jack stand for lifting wings and other tasks.

1.5 Shop Tools and Supplies

1.5.A Basic Tools

Covers fundamental tools required for composite construction, such as saws and drills.

1.5.B Specialized Tools

Lists and describes advanced or specialized tools for specific construction tasks.

1.5.C Supplies

Details essential consumable items and materials needed for the building process.