Here is a great shot of the work Steve is doing on the Knobs. I have asked Steve to start creating some of these (and other styles) for the FDS page as we are getting alot of requests for these to go with our panels. We are starting to offer hardware to those that are concerned about finding locally. Email us if you need anything.

In case you have not seen the Frankfurt Report on the FDS page, here is a shot of the Prototype Throttle Kits we are producing. We are on target for costs and will be able to provide a very cost effective approach to this for A320 Builders. Once the A320 setup is done we move on to the B747/777 and A340 versions.

Steve and Ron begin the mounting process. We are going to focus our energy on the Pedestal right now and see if we can finalize most of the element there. We want to have this wired and functional asap.

Not exactly in focus but you can see the Throttles positioned for testing clearances.

The forward section of the Pedestal starting to take shape. Sam has found us some excellent knobs for the Radio Management panel and they should be arriving soon. Some small trimming issues wil get us further along on the TCAS and WX Panel.

Forward section of the Pedestal. On teh right hand side we have one of my illustrations in place for the FO side MCDU. Hopefully I can track down another unit like I have on the CAPT side!

Another view.

The AFT section comes together.

 

An overview shot of where we stand right now. As always, thanks to Steve and Ron for the hard work and passion. We are getting back into building again after finally having a chance to get back together.