This is another video showing various steps in the manufacture of the Ford Tri-motor in Dearborn, Michigan. 199 of these great ships were built on the late 1920's and early 1930's. They were the worlds first all-metal airliners.
Not only corrugating is great for stiffness, but also strength. If you look at a cardboard box, you will see that same exact design, and that's where it gets it strength from.
Not only corrugating is great for stiffness, but also strength. If you look at a cardboard box, you will see that same exact design, and that's where it gets it strength from.
PCGAMEfreak 1 year ago
What OSHA would have a problem with worker not wearing a respirator wile spray painting parts with lead based paint.
Knoss 2 years ago
Neat airplane and a great piece of history! Note OSHA wasn't around then! I'd love to get a ride in the EAA's craft. Thanks for sharing these!
XOBubba 3 years ago