38% Hempel Super Decathlon

[Len]

I'm beginning to assemble another 38% Decathlon for this year, my last one was lost last summer due to a " glitch in the neurological down-link system" ( brainfart ) When I inadvertently switched off the radio instead of the throttle trim.
Since the build has been done before, I will just show some modifications here that I am making to the model. These mods are changes I have made which make the plane either stronger or easier to operate.




The first modification is to make the "tunnel" longer for the DA 150 Canisters. The parts with the black XXX on them will be removed.

[kjkavaney]

looking great Len, and thank you for putting in Canisters !!! I had to say that...please keep this thread going..
Kevin

[Charlie]

Another Nice tow plane Len, Bill sure does make a big plane affordable
Da 150 will not do ya wrong as You already know

KA-6 is a waiting
I'll have it at Salem so get moving!

CR

[DanP1]

Hi Len
Wow that's great ! But where is my covering job...it is all done.LOL
BTW is this one features flaps or is it a standard version ?
Nice to see that one (new) on the fields again.
Keep at it !
Daniel

[Len]

Sorry for the lack of reports, the Decathlon is nearing completion, I hope to fly it in Salem this weekend. All the mods have been completed so there are only a handful of things left to do. I still need to glue in the windows and doors, mount the 100 oz tank and fuel filler. Make the floor for the rear cockpit deck and install the 40% Axel Pilot bust.
I'll post some pictures tonight.

LEN

[Steve P]

I hope to box the wake behind it in Salem this weekend!

[Bob Morrow]

Your work is amazing as always Len.........can't wait to see it in person. Hoping I might be able to come oevr to Salem this weekend and see you guys flying.

Bob

[Len]

Hi Bob, where ya been? Thanks for the vote of confidence. Never mind coming to see us fly, bring something out and get in the air.

Here are the photos promised.

[DanP1]

HUMMM !
RED seat in that ZU tailed glider in the background,RED trim on that plane---Someone will have to explain me what this guy facination about that color............LOL
Great job Len,nice installation.
Keep on the good work,
Daniel

[stihac]

This will be another winner Len! Great job!

Petr