Brief Description: Finishing the Vertical Stabilizer (steps 14-17)
Steps14-15--Cleco the rib and spar assembly to VS901 skin then rivet the skin starting at the center and working in a T-pattern from the center to prevent oil-canning (both sides) 6.5 hours
Steps 16-17- Cleco on the rear spar assembly and install the remaining rivets. 5 hours
My technical advisor (Clayton Wilhelm) inspected the assembled spar and helped to fix one of the improperly installed hinge rivets. Also provided additional technique and riveting training. 3 hour