This is the elevator build up for the left side of the Wing.  There are two attached to the fuselage via a tube that is attached to the fuselage frame.  This allows for a very strong and positive control of the Wing.  I have plenty of pitch control and it is very effective throughout the flight envelope.  Jim spent a lot of time in design and testing to provide the builder/pilot a large envelope of safety. 

John elected to use the extension option offered by Jim Marske to the Pioneer IID sailplane.   This is an 18" extension that makes the wing span 3' longer.  It is made from foam and fiberglass and sanded prior to covering.   Sanded and sanded and sanded according to John.   This option gives the wing a beautiful aspect ratio not only in flight but also to the eye.

At this point of construction the wings are attached to the fuselage for alignment check, control linkage check, cosmetic attachment check, and check of the builders’ sanity. Check to make sure you did not build two left wings.   Kidding aside.  This is where the sailplane comes together and you begin to feel it come alive.  Up until now it’s been a lot of pieces and hours.  You can see the canopy attached via its frame to the fuselage.  

This canopy is around $375 at this time.  

 The kit for the metal parts of the wing is available for around $2000. It includes the aileron, elevator, and spoiler pushrods, hinges and bellcranks with spoiler assemblies and front and rear spar fittings.   The balance is hand built.  You can see the small holes drilled in the canopy frame to reduce weight.  You are always looking for ways to reduce weight. 

From this angle you can see the rudder clearly and the attachment of the elevator to the wing.  Notice the NASA air scoop just under the canopy on the fuselage.  The wing takes on its distinctive appearance for the first time. 

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