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Flying model planes is an expensive hobby but if you are willing to sacrifice your ego and forage for plastic parts then you could make yourself an inexpensive flying plane, which would not only be lightweight but also easy to repair.

You can use the corrugated plastic sheet for your wings and rudders, fins etc, the PVC pipe for your fuselage and the HDPE blocks can be used as your landing gear blocks. Next, you can surf the Internet, which has many sites about constructing SPAD airplanes. These sites will provide you with the correct dimensions and also as to the correct type of motor to be used to power your airplane. Most of these sites offer free advice on how to build and operate SPAD planes, so this again results in additional savings. If your attempt is successful, you too could post your experience with some helpful tips on these Websites.

Once your SPAD designed plane is constructed, then test fly it in a controlled area such as a meadow full of grass so that in case of any crash, it remains safe. Ensure that it flies straight and does not tilt in any direction. All the controls should also be in full operational mode. If you have any flying expert as your friend, then it is better if he test flies the plane first and informs you of any problems. You can also paint the plane once your testing is complete. Detailed finishing is important to make your plane look presentable.