This is a series on building the DR107 One Design (IMAC) r/c aircraft from the Matt Mrdeza plan. This plan was downloaded from outerzone.co.uk.
In this update, construction of the fuselage is started. A problem with the plan set is discussed. A neat feature of former alignment is shown. A couple of parts are laminated from lite ply and carbon fiber. I discuss consideration for access to the motor battery.
00:00 Overview of fuselage plan and strategies to build
00:33 Comparison of weight between lite ply and balsa formers
01:57 A problem with the plan set
05:16 Wrap up of the fin and rudder construction
05:45 Continuing with fuselage template sizing
06:55 Designer's method of former alignment
08:08 Laminating wing hold down plate and gear plate
10:08 Fuselage starts to take shape with midfuselage formers
12:44 Design consideration for motor battery access
16:30 Gluing in the first formers
19:01 A couple of thoughts on the designer's method of former alignment