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Hansa-Brandenburg CC


Here the tip float is checked for the proper incidence and can be set up to be fixed or knock-off (above left). It’s made from ¹⁄₃₂ sheet balsa. All the


Maltese crosses that adorn the CC are made from white bond paper and black tissue (above right). Use a really sharp #11 blade to cut them.


Complete the upper wing according to the plan, taking note that it is a bit longer than the lower slightly shorter ones. Also observe those various star strut access plates (E). Construct the tail assembly, starting


with the rudder, by laminating using ¹⁄₃₂- inch sheet balsa as indicated. Next complete the stabilizer, making pro-


vision for adjustments in the ailerons (F). Now make the small wing floats according


to the drawings (A) on the plan. After paint- ing the proper color finish, install them into the eight small holes on the bottom of the lower wings accordingly (G). Before final assembly note the indicated


colors on the plan and spray paint as need- ed. The cockpit was painted with the illusion of depth into the hull top, thus avoiding any cutting into structure. The windscreen has a small opening cutout to accommodate the single machine gun mounted there, which is made from a large soda straw. Trace and redraw on white bond paper all


An enlarged photo copy was used to compare the outline of the flying surfaces to the wing (above). Tom matched the colors of the CC (below) to images found on a search of www.google.com.


large and small insignia crosses. Next place double sheets of black tissue beneath the white paper sheets of cross sizes as needed. Tape these onto the work board and using a new sharp blade proceed to cut around the outlines to make the various Maltese cross cutouts. When you’re satisfied with the success


and look of all parts, workmanship, color, detailing, etc., proceed to assemble every- thing. At this stage you should have the fuselage and lower wing in place and as well as the four long cabane struts that support the engine. Build the engine cradle follow- ing dimensions on the plan, adding its prop- er color scheme and inside cylinders and outside exhaust pipes. At the base of the cra- dle notch out at each corner to receive the four tall struts. Fasten these securely. Now that the motor cradle is in place, pro-


ceed to mount your choice of electric power in the rear section. Wire the motor placing the electric switch on the forward part of the cradle near the radiator. If you are right handed, the switch should be on the left side. If you are left handed, the switch is on the right side. Next find an open field with


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