My first project...

[Wing Nut]

Well, I guess it's time for me to learn this plane making thing.  This is a practice project, but I hope to see it through to the end.  If I do, hopefully there'll finally be a decent bubble canopied Spit for downloading.  Anyone got any suggestions, or possible pitfalls to look out for?  :)

[Felix/FFDS]

I would suggest you start with a Mark IX source file and create a late Mark IX/XVI.  Late production IXs had the cut down rear fuselage and buble top, broad chord pointed fin/rudder.

By starting with an existing source file,  you can modify the fuselage, etc., and add details, while not having to worry about the wings, gear, etc.

[Wing Nut]

Felix, just out of curiosity, how many attempts would you say it took to complete your first plane?  

[Felix/FFDS]

Remember - I started with FSDS 1 - early version.

Not counting the tutorial, My first release was a Mig15... and it was my first real attempt at completing a plane, rather than testing the program.

I really spend most of my time playing with the programs rather than serious attempts/

Also, remember that the "quality" at that time - (has it been three years already?) - wasn't as good as today's demands.

My first "real" project took about three weeks - of non-continuous work.

[TheBladeRoden]

hey, you're doing better than me so far. At least you have three views. I'm just working from my head and a few sketches.