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Old 01-25-2007, 10:34 AM
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I've been working on quite a few projects lately that needed an aircarft-style cockpit or nose cone canopy. On a couple I've used a block of balsa, but that's kind of a pain and makes quite a mess.

Is there a handy source out there for some nice paper canopies that are easy to make?

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Old 01-25-2007, 11:06 AM
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I've been working on quite a few projects lately that needed an aircarft-style cockpit or nose cone canopy. On a couple I've used a block of balsa, but that's kind of a pain and makes quite a mess.

Is there a handy source out there for some nice paper canopies that are easy to make?

Thanks,
EV


There sure is!

It took me a while to find it but Thank Tim V. at Apogee for this.

the plan pack has 15 cockpits...and a whole bunch of other stuff too! for $10!

http://www.apogeerockets.com/constr...gner_pak_anchor

Enjoy!
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Old 01-25-2007, 11:37 AM
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I've been working on quite a few projects lately that needed an aircarft-style cockpit or nose cone canopy. On a couple I've used a block of balsa, but that's kind of a pain and makes quite a mess.

Is there a handy source out there for some nice paper canopies that are easy to make?

Thanks,
EV
I just responded on your other thread about making aircraft style bubble canopys from clear light bulb packaging.

They're not paper but they are easy to do.

http://www.rocketreviews.com/featur...featured5.shtml
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You can also check out the Custom Rocket Plans section on this forum (http://www.oldrocketplans.com/custo...4/cus10014.htm). The Stealth Interceptor has a paper canopy.
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