Left Wing Skeleton

We finished the left wing internal skeletal structure. The process was very straightforward, considering some work has been done ahead of time such as rib sub-assemblies being completed along with right wing, and also muscle memory from the right wing. The process overall was similar to the right wing, refer to those post references for more details, in the Right Wing References section.

Wing Ribs Attachment

Wing ribs were attached without the rear spar initially which made the process a lot faster. Attaching front and rear spars to the wing jig. Removing rear jig, and attaching some root ribs. Some root ribs attached to the front spar. Some root ribs attached to the front spar. More ribs attached to the rear spar. Painting some ribs around the landing/taxi light lens. Ribs attached to the front spar. Ribs attached to the front spar.

Rear Root Ribs Attachment

Attaching root ribs required bending them temporarily as described in the pictures below, so the riveting equipment can be used. Bending a root rib for easier riveting. Bending the rib back to its original position. All root rear ribs attached.

Rear Spar Attachment

Assembling the rear spar was pretty straightforward, in order to do it effectively, it was riveted after the ribs were riveted. Rear spar attached to the ribs. Extra rivet hole added for extra reinforcing. Extra rivet hole added for extra reinforcing. Angle channel attached to the rear spar for attaching upper skin.

Right Wing References

• Spars Assembly
• Attaching Ribs
  • Part 1
  • Part 2
  • Part 3
• Rear Spar Attached