sideframes and tail surfaces from Autocad which I made 1mm smaller overall, then used a really powerful drawing package called CorelDraw to open the .dwg file. I then converted the line drawings to objects and then experimented with different fill patterns and textures of which there are many in CorelDraw.

Having decided on a blue texture fill I then made versions for left and right faces plus exposed inner faces.

The carbon parts were cleaned and and filing completed. After printing off the decals I applied using faithful spraymount spraying both sides of the carbon parts and applying the decals to them to prevent any overspray appearing on the cut out portions.

Each part was given one coat of pearl lacquer to catch the light then several coats of clear laquer, I am incredibly pleased with the results, which look different and stunning.

If you have CorelDraw and would like to download the file right click the following link and choose 'Save Target As...'

Hybrid CCPM Decals.cdr

ASSEMBLY

The sideframes were then fitted in place with hex head M3 bolts.

This picture shows light shining through the cut out portions highlighting the decals.

The remaining carbon parts, horizontal and vertical tail fins and tail support were then fitted in place.

The vertical tail fin acts as a tail rotor guard.

I then fitted the tail motor mount, motor and carbon tail blade.

The servos were then mounted in place on the carbon servoplate and locked in position with the locking collar and CA

The head assembly was then made up and fitted. I am using all aluminium components for the nicest flying helicopter possible, they look fantastic too!

It is worth spending some time ensuring everything is of equal length and moves easily on respective ballends

The Flybar was then fitted as shown below.

Next came all the electrical components, I trimmed down all cable lengths and used tiewraps to secure keeping everythign as neat as possible.

I also fitted the antenna at this stage.

The SAB main blades were then fitted, these are longer than standard but narrower in chord, in my view they are very good quality, work well and look fantastic.

Finally I mounted a short bar through the top rail of the chassis to hold the GRP based canopy.

Pictures of the finished helicopter are on the 'pictures' page.