[balloon-makers] OpenSource Balloon Kits & Plans

[Don Piccard]

Kelley,
 
And if it flies, you will have a right to swagger.
 
But don't Wiki my designs.  If anyone would like to comment on my Type
Design drawings, I'd be happy to enter into a full conversation.  The
concept of anybody modifying an existing work without having the benefit of
the full foundation is abhorrent to me and I think very dangerous.  That is
why revisions are so hard  for even the designer to get FAA approved.
 
Don Piccard
 
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From: owner-balloon-makers at elvis.mu.org
[mailto:owner-balloon-makers at elvis.mu.org] On Behalf Of Kelley Morgan
Sent: Thursday, October 05, 2006 12:15 PM
To: balloon-makers at mu.org
Subject: Re: [balloon-makers] OpenSource Balloon Kits & Plans
 
I like the "wikiballoon.org" balloon idea. Anyone can change or update wiki
pages.
How about a AX-7 12-gore horizontal panel design. We could build the Smalley
Excel file and upload it and photos to the wiki. Then add cutting and sewing
details. An AX-7 is a good size to start, most people would want to have a 2
to 3 place balloon for their first. Horizontal style is easy to sew and has
lots of strength from the seams. Explain how to sew the french fell seam and
what machine to get, thread type and size, as well as needles. Also where to
buy the fabrics,loadtapes, how to swag cable, etc.
 
Kelley



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