Curtiss Jenny (oz16089)

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Curtiss Jenny. Free flight scale model biplane for rubber power. Wingspan 26 in.

Discontinued kit from Aerographics.

Direct submission to Outerzone.

Update 25/2/2026: Added kit instructions, thanks to Ramses.

Quote: "Goodmorning Mary and Steve, I have scanned the construction article to go with plan: oz16089 (Aerographics Curtiss Jenny). It also shows instructions for installation of a Gasparing GM-120 CO2 or KP-01 Electric motor! Best regards,"

Quote: "CURTISS JENNY - BUILDING INSTRUCTIONS: This model Curtiss Jenny duplicates the fine performance of the real aeroplane. Whether you decide to power your model by rubber, CO2 or electric you should strive to build it as lightly as possible.

It's a good idea to read through the instructions a couple of times to familiarise yourself with the construction. Cut out all of the parts from the printed balsa sheets and store them safely.

FUSELAGE Lay the plan on the work board and cover with plastic wrap or rub with a wax candle to prevent the structure from sticking to the plan. Begin by constructing the fuselage sides directly over the plan, one at a time using pins to hold the parts in place while the glue dries. Pin down the 1/16 sheet fuselage side piece and the rubber motor support brace X (delete if model is to fly CO2 or electric).

Complete the side by pinning and gluing all the 1/16 sq longerons and uprights into position on the shaded portion of the plan. Note that the rear post is 1/16" x 1/8" strip. When this structure is dry remove from plan and build another identical side.

Join the two sides together by gluing in place between them F2, F4 and F6, making sure that the sides are parallel and that they are at the same level at the nose and tail. Chamfer the inside faces of the fuselage at the rear, (as shown on the top view) and pull the two fuselage sides together, gluing and holding with a clothes peg until dry. View from above to ensure the structure is symmetrical and that you haven't constructed a balsa banana!

Cut out the centres of the two F1's according to your chosen powerplant (see engine installation sheet), glue together and glue into position to the front of the nose (you will have to chamfer the underside of the F1's slightly). Now add the remainder of the formers..."

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