Need some Grand Esprit plans, instructions
Last year I found a Airtronics Grand Esprit partially built at a swap. Wings and V tail are framed. I want to finish and electrify the pod/fuse this winter and I have sort of laid out the fuse parts and electronics and it looks very doable.
I sure could use a set of plans and the instruction booklet.
If anyone has these let me know. This is a very nice design. I estimate the the built weight at 4.0 to 5 lbs as a sailpalne and about 6 to 6.5 lbs electrified.
Thanks and regards,
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... added info: Last year I found a Airtronics Grand Esprit partially built at a swap. Wings and V tail are framed. I ... the fuse parts and electronics and it looks very doable. I sure could use a set of plans and the instruction booklet. If anyone has these let me know. This is a very nice design. ...
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