Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Empennage

Aft Fuselage (2.5 hrs )

Sect 10-11, Steps 1 & 2:  worked on the two larger forward Bulkheads....doing all the #40 hole dimples around the flanges...with a few exceptions noted.

Lots of lightening holes which take time to smooth edges/deburr.   Tried various tools (eg  dremel to reach inside holes) but mostly the std 6" grinder w/ scotchbrite wheel.  Although instructions don't denote, I smoothed facets of flanges...just as prior bulkheads.  Finding a 4" belt /6" disc sander with fine grit paper works well for that step.

Also enlarged one hole to 5/8" hole w/ step drill...for bushing w/ wire routing.   Seems odd several similar 5/8" holes already pre-punched - must be busy work for builder wrt 51% rule...?