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Old 2nd Jun 2005, 13:34
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Kolibear
 
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The elliptical wing shape is a complete sod to make. Each rib is going to be different to the adjacent one.

From a manufacturing point of view, there is a lot to be said for making wings by the mile and cutting them off by the yard.
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