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EchoVictor
01-25-2007, 10:34 AM
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

sandman
01-25-2007, 11:06 AM
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/construction_supplies.asp#designer_pak_anchor

Enjoy!

Bob H
01-25-2007, 11:37 AM
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,
EVI 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/featured/tip_featured5.shtml

barone
01-25-2007, 12:49 PM
You can also check out the Custom Rocket Plans section on this forum (http://www.oldrocketplans.com/custom/cus10014/cus10014.htm). The Stealth Interceptor has a paper canopy.