Grumman Goose - Build Photos

Spray adhesive can on airplane template
Forms for the tail group were began by sticking paper outlines to foam board.
Balsa strip pinned around wing template
After cutting the foam to size on a scroll saw, the cut edges were taped so that glue would not stick.
Curved former pinned on building board
Here is the completed tail framework--the fin and horizontal stabilizer will be sheeted while the rudder and elevators remain open structures.
Fuselage pinned to blueprint plan
Left side of fuse built on the board.
Clamped fuselage ribs with colorful clamps
Right hand built free.
Balsa fuselage framework on workshop table
Cabin with window frames built up.
Wing ribs pinned to assembly plans
Wing framework finished and ready for sheeting from the main to the leading edge.
Fuselage frame details on blueprint
Nacelle and motor mount.
Pinned balsa float frame on plan
Floats were made from a plywood framework covered with bits of foam.
Unfinished wooden seaplane model on floor
Ready for covering.