F-14A Tomcat (oz15565)

About this Plan

F-14A Tomcat. Scale model jet fighter. Wingspan 32 in. Scale is 1/12.

Quote: "With instructions for a moveable wing, static display or catapult launch flying model."

Planfile includes full build instructions.

Quote: "Before you start construction of your model, study the plan and construction procedure carefully so you have a complete understanding of the step by step method of building this airplane. Careful attention to detail, patience and quality workmanship will insure a beautiful model. Remember, work slowly and carefully at all times.

This multi-purpose model has been designed to give you a variety of building choices. You can build the model for static display on table top with landing gear in position. You can build the model for static display in flying mode without landing gear (simulated retract position) or you can build the model for flying either as a hand launch or catapault launched glider.

You must decide how you want to build your model now and then proceed accordingly. Choose a flat building board and always cover plan with a clear kitchen film to prevent parts from sticking to plan.

Step 1. Cover plan with any clear plastic kitchen wrap to prevent parts from sticking to plan. Carefully identify and remove Keel parts #K1, #K2 and #K3 from diecut sheets. Pin in place over full size Keel drawing gluing together where they join. Identify and remove Inner Keel parts #K4, #K5 and #K6 from diecut sheet. Assemble these parts over full size drawing and when dry remove from building board and make a second identical assembly.

Step 2. Carefully identify and remove Bulkheads #1 to #18 from diecut sheets. Mark center lines on top and bottom of each Bulkhead. Lay Bulkheads #1, #3, #4, #5, #7 and #18 over full size drawing of each and mark stringer locations. Glue Bulkheads in place on Keel vertically as shown.

Step 3. Cut 3/32 sq strip for center stringers to length and glue in place as shown. Note that the front piece fits between #1 and #3 and rests on top of #2. Center piece fits between #4 and #5 and the rear piece fits between #7 and #K3 resting on top of all other bulkheads. This will now support the bulkheads and prevent accidental breaking. Glue the two #57's in place as shown with front against back of #12 and rear on outside of #18's. Glue #61's in place. Mark stringer locations on the two #58's then glue them in place. Cut 3/32 sq for rear stringers at center of #18's and glue them in place... "

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