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− | Flight Decks | + | Flight Decks can be built from a few different materials. Here are some pros, cons, and tips for choosing and working with the materials. |
===Plywood=== | ===Plywood=== | ||
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:Cons | :Cons | ||
:*Heavier than plywood of the same thickness | :*Heavier than plywood of the same thickness | ||
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:*Swells when wet. Prime all sides. | :*Swells when wet. Prime all sides. | ||
:Builder Tips | :Builder Tips | ||
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:*Either 1/4" or 1/2" can be used for other panels, although the 1/2" is more rigid for those long narrow pieces like left and right side panels. | :*Either 1/4" or 1/2" can be used for other panels, although the 1/2" is more rigid for those long narrow pieces like left and right side panels. | ||
:* Use a router and a roundover bit to ease corners. It will look better, and your shins will thank you. | :* Use a router and a roundover bit to ease corners. It will look better, and your shins will thank you. | ||
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===Metal=== | ===Metal=== | ||
Using metal, either steel or aluminum, is best for someone wanting a professional/commercial grade of flight deck. | Using metal, either steel or aluminum, is best for someone wanting a professional/commercial grade of flight deck. | ||
:Pros | :Pros | ||
− | : | + | ::Used in real aircraft/spacecraft. Can look very authentic |
− | : | + | ::Structural strength |
:Cons | :Cons | ||
− | : | + | ::Expensive |
− | : | + | ::Need metalworking tools, welders, etc. |
:Builder Tips | :Builder Tips | ||
− | : | + | ::Steel angle iron can be used to create a structural framework if full enclosure is what you're going for. Its rigid enough that you could mount handholds to the overhead to assist in entry/egress. |
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