Aircraft canopy manufacturers
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Aircraft canopy manufacturers
Hi all,
Can anyone recommend any companies that can manufacture an aircraft canopy? I have the plans, specifications, frame and what's let left of the original canopy which might be useful for a mould.
Many thanks
David J
Can anyone recommend any companies that can manufacture an aircraft canopy? I have the plans, specifications, frame and what's let left of the original canopy which might be useful for a mould.
Many thanks
David J
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Re: Aircraft canopy manufacturers
I think this question has been asked in the past and, from memory, I think the answer is "no" unfortunately.
There may be some homebuilder/individuals who have had limited success in making their own, but it is a complex procedure needing controlled heat and possibly, pressure applied.
I think there was an LAA magazine article about someone's attempts a few years ago. Perhaps LAA Engineering can advise.
There are a few companies in USA who may be able to manufacture bespoke canopies but likely $$$$ involved.
Try LP Aero and see what they suggest.
There may be some homebuilder/individuals who have had limited success in making their own, but it is a complex procedure needing controlled heat and possibly, pressure applied.
I think there was an LAA magazine article about someone's attempts a few years ago. Perhaps LAA Engineering can advise.
There are a few companies in USA who may be able to manufacture bespoke canopies but likely $$$$ involved.
Try LP Aero and see what they suggest.
Tony Nowak
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Re: Aircraft canopy manufacturers
The PFA article on blowing a canopy was for a Corby Starlet ( I think ) by the builder, and after a couple of attempts he made a perfectly good one.
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Re: Aircraft canopy manufacturers
It could be worth investigating the various organisations who repair gliders. They may be able to suggest solutions
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Re: Aircraft canopy manufacturers
Hi all,
Thank you for your replies. Since writing I have found a uk based company that can do aircraft canopies and they were incredibly helpful in my request. They are:- White Ellerton Tel: 0208 236 0444 Speak to Paul
This might be useful to other menbers in the future...
David J
Thank you for your replies. Since writing I have found a uk based company that can do aircraft canopies and they were incredibly helpful in my request. They are:- White Ellerton Tel: 0208 236 0444 Speak to Paul
This might be useful to other menbers in the future...
David J
David Jones
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Re: Aircraft canopy manufacturers
I found White Ellerton near St Albans very helpful. They have just made me a lovely canopy for my Menestrel, following several years of effort trying to make my own.
Tony Razzell
Tony Razzell
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