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Construction
(May 22, 2002)
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| The following photos show the framework in progress, the outer skin being applied, and the attachment of the wings which will be bi-fold for easy transport. The framing is constructed of 40-tube steel and the exterior skin is 24-gauge steel sheeting. The engine is a 6-horse gas power electric start, pedal steering, and joystick braking system . The wings are hinged bi-folds for easy loading and storage The finish body work, paint job, detailing, and upholstery was completed by BrenDesigns.
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| Prattworks Inc. was commissioned by Ret. Col. Frank Peck outside of Austin, Texas to construct a model of the F-105 Thunderchief Fighter Jet which he flew in Vietnam. The framing is constructed of 40-tube steel and the exterior skin is 24-gauge steel sheeting. The engine is a 6-horse power electric start, pedal steering, and joystick braking system (the joystick is an original joystick from a THUD jet). The finish body work, paint job, detailing, and upholstery was completed by BrenDesigns. |
Here is the completed jet..... |
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