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October 20th 06, 11:47 PM
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Why no plywood monocoque homebuilts?
Howdy,
After reading a bit about the early Lockheed Vega, the Focker Albatross DIII and the Dehavilland Mosquito I was a bit suprised that plywood monocoque construction hasn't been used in any more modern airplanes. (Or at least none that I can think of) What gives? Is it cheaper to use glass than wood? Anyone here have any experience with this type of construction and how it compares to truss style construction? -Thanks! -Matt 
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