Would be builders of WW1 aircraft are aware of
the many small metal fittings needed to build a full size aircraft and of
the great amount of time it would take to fabricate these parts. That
fact alone could be the reason many would be builders may give up the
challenge of building an aircraft.
Help is now available from two very talented W.W One
aircraft builders from whom parts can be purchased. Jack Kearbey of Tulsa Oklahoma
has built and flown his (as factory built) SE5a and is now building a
Sopwith Pup. He has agreed to make parts available to the home
builders of these aircraft. Roger Freeman who is well known for his
WW1 aircraft building and flying is now building a SPAD XIII and has
agreed to provide laser cut parts for several ships including but not
confined to the Sopwith's, Snipe, Pup, Camel, Strutter and Triplane as well
as SPAD parts. The much used Sopwith S.L. fittings will be available.
These are the small metal fuselage fittings that hold the vertical and
horizontal wood members to the longerons. Front motor mount plates
will also be offered. Laser cut wood and ply such as the webs of wing
ribs will also be available. The possibilities are endless. For
your specific need, contact Roger Freeman or Jack Kearbey.
Jack Kearbey
3305 S.W. 93rd E. Ave.
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Phone: 1-918-664-1521
Roger Freeman
190
Pershing Lane
Kingsbury,
Texas
78638
Phone: 1-830-639-4550
E-mail: vahf@gvtc.com
URL:
www.vintageaviation.org
These two gentlemen
are craftsmen of the highest caliber and will give you work of the
finest quality. When contacting them please mention Jim
Kiger of Replicraft.