Post your projects! Whats going on? What are you working on? Share your ideas with others and learn a few things yourself. A fun forum of of scratch building and the like. Fri, 15 May 2026 19:14:24 +0000 Fri, 15 May 2026 19:14:24 +0000 PhlatForum http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/forums/scratch-built-section/ Fri, 17 Feb 2017 12:47:13 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/jr-tiger-foamy.2673/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/jr-tiger-foamy.2673/ invalid@example.com (mudman1959) mudman1959 Mudman1959 Attached files...

Jr. Tiger Foamy]]> 16 Fri, 09 May 2014 00:14:26 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/pby-cat-80-wingspan.3066/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/pby-cat-80-wingspan.3066/ invalid@example.com (mudman1959) mudman1959
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PBY Cat 80 wingspan]]> 27 Fri, 20 Dec 2013 16:20:23 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/new-f-16-thunder-bird.3187/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/new-f-16-thunder-bird.3187/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911 View attachment 184]]> 11 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 22:19:12 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/battery-holder.3231/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/battery-holder.3231/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911 I haven't made it yet ,but I will soon.
Hope all of you can check it out and modify
it if you need to.]]> 13 Sat, 16 Nov 2013 19:18:19 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/fatty-p-38.3085/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/fatty-p-38.3085/ invalid@example.com (Jnida63) Jnida63 I have not cut it or even made the script for it but will share what I have so far.
I have no experience with multi engine electrics so I have alot of learning to do before I could recommend a power system/battery for it.

Feel free to take this file and run with it. Attached files Fatty 38.skp (672.3 KB)Â...

Fatty P-38]]> 1 Sun, 10 Nov 2013 23:53:37 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/f-15.3203/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/f-15.3203/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911 View attachment 246 I changed the SKP file for the plane.
If you look closely ,some of this design is from the F-14 .
No I never did get the motor for it.Have fun with it.]]> 6 Mon, 29 Jul 2013 21:15:50 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/another-mig-29-finished.3186/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/another-mig-29-finished.3186/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911 View attachment 179 View attachment 180]]> 1 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:32:33 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/shrike-40.3089/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/shrike-40.3089/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911 The length is 33 1/4" WSP is 43 1/4"

Thank You
Gary Attached files Shrike40.PDF (902.9 KB)Â]]> 3 Sun, 20 Jan 2013 18:14:04 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/my-next-project-in-skp.3041/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/my-next-project-in-skp.3041/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911 Lets see if some of you can guess what the name of it is by the Logo. Attached files ]]> 3 Fri, 11 Jan 2013 06:27:59 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/f-16.2988/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/f-16.2988/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911 I want to convert it to EDF.If possible.This is going to be a long build.It is a big jet. Attached files ]]> 9 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 02:49:16 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/1939-rearwin-sportster-rc-replica-60-wingspan.2549/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/1939-rearwin-sportster-rc-replica-60-wingspan.2549/ invalid@example.com (mudman1959) mudman1959
1939 Rearwin Sportster RC Replica 60 Wingspan]]> 10 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 03:23:51 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/f-14-build.2884/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/f-14-build.2884/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911
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F-14 Build]]> 83 Tue, 20 Nov 2012 04:52:04 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/de-havilland-dh-110-sea-vixen.2489/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/de-havilland-dh-110-sea-vixen.2489/ invalid@example.com (KX-5) KX-5
Attached files de Havilland DH.110 Sea Vixen]]> 47 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:38:46 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/doing-the-rc-powers-f-35.2959/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/doing-the-rc-powers-f-35.2959/ invalid@example.com (popedan41) popedan41
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doing the rc powers f-35]]> 2 Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:01:19 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/knife-phlatprinter-style.1908/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/knife-phlatprinter-style.1908/ invalid@example.com (rjarois) rjarois btw...the sheath was just formed by hand from kydex....
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knife phlatprinter style.....]]> 43 Sat, 22 Sep 2012 20:26:15 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/foam-sky-cutter-lawnmower.2913/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/foam-sky-cutter-lawnmower.2913/ invalid@example.com (Flashsolutions) Flashsolutions
I'm sure most of you have heard of flying lawn mowers and there is a website that sells a kit for a nitro powered one, but I could not find anywhere where an electric powered version exists, so I decided to try my hand at one.

Lawn mowers are the subject at nearly every meeting at one of the clubs I belong to, and last month a big to do was all about the need to repair or purchase new mowers, so I thought now would be a good time to inject a little fun into this otherwise...

Foam Sky Cutter (Lawnmower)]]> 23 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 02:29:23 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/wots-next-34-trainer-sport-model.2933/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/wots-next-34-trainer-sport-model.2933/ invalid@example.com (Flashsolutions) Flashsolutions
I found the "WOT Next", a 34" trainer/sport model that was posted by none other than "how much".

You can check out the build log at http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1525812&highlight=wot+next.

There were no PDF files or such, but a lot of pictures with...

WOTs NEXT - 34 Trainer/Sport Model]]> 3 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 16:43:04 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/car-body.2906/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/car-body.2906/ invalid@example.com (Tonico) Tonico I have been looking at PlatCam as a possible solution for what I am trying to do. The idea would be to machine a foam plug of a model car body.
I have looked at the "full scale cowling" thread and that would certainly be one way to do it. What I would prefer would be to machine the whole body in one piece or possibly a couple pieces to deal with the undercuts which are only possible with a 5 axis machine The CNC machine that I am planning would have a fairly long Z-axix. The scale...

Car body]]> 7 Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:56:38 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mako.2899/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mako.2899/ invalid@example.com (Jnida63) Jnida63 I also have not worked up the small wood parts nor have I cut the plane out yet as I am waiting on a new board from easy-cnc Attached files ...

Mako]]> 3 Mon, 06 Aug 2012 16:43:01 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/toxictoast-projects.1293/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/toxictoast-projects.1293/ invalid@example.com (ToxicToast) ToxicToast
Our club has been holding it's indoor events in a pretty small gym. Tight quarters so there isn't much room for the larger F3P planes like my Morback 34". I needed something that wasn't afraid of the walls and backboards so an EPP plane like Lead's seemed like a good 3D style plane for the venue.

Problem was, I didn't have enough EPP to go around so I supplemented it with some 9mm Depron on the control surfaces. Depron is a bit beefy weight wise, so I set up some pocket...

ToxicToast projects]]> 145 Sat, 07 Jul 2012 04:38:43 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/my-take-on-the-twin-cargo.2851/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/my-take-on-the-twin-cargo.2851/ invalid@example.com (rcav8r) rcav8r

Anywho, here is my take on the TwinCargo. I will post files once I work out some of the kinks. I made notes of the changes needed during this build. In addition to the obvious speed brakes, I added some internal changes; added a...

My take on the Twin Cargo....]]> 10 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 20:09:27 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/a-t-o-m-project.1058/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/a-t-o-m-project.1058/ invalid@example.com (kram242) kram242 This is a cool little project I have been working on that utilizes a gimble as a means for control.
The idea here is to make a drone style aircraft that will be able to maneuver through tight spaces with accuracy and stability. The ATOM will also be able to compact flat to be brought out to the field for AP missions.
Instead of using the typical 'flap' control surfaces of normal aircraft. The ATOM will use a counter rotating prop housed in a...

A.T.O.M. Project]]> 50 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:24:02 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/disney-scratch-build.2799/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/disney-scratch-build.2799/ invalid@example.com (ewo) ewo
Some of you may have seen some of my posts in the chat that i have been working up
a Kinda sorta Disney ....... The reason for trying to do my own is only because the plane isn't sold in the USA and shipping from Sweden is out of the question ....... I really like what i have seen in the videos .
It has lots of milling , and it has been a real challenge to get it the way i like it . Now the worst part is done . the drawing . So now its time to cut and see what she looks like...

Disney Scratch build .]]> 47 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:49:17 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/full-scale-engine-cowling.2502/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/full-scale-engine-cowling.2502/ invalid@example.com (Helno) Helno
We carved the mold plug in sections out of 1.5" blue foam.

The heavily profiled sections had G-code generated with Meshcam and the lightly profiled parts were done with the phlatscript.

It was quite the learning experience as we were limited to .5" deep cuts and initially had issues with backlash compensation but in the end had a good final product.

It was all cut with...

Full scale engine cowling]]> 21 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:27:57 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/help-naming-a-new-model.2835/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/help-naming-a-new-model.2835/ invalid@example.com (Gere Sport) Gere Sport
Attached are a couple of pictures of my latest design which is approaching completion. It still needs the gear and linkages connecting up and the trim decoration.

However I need a name for my latest Sketchup/Phlatprinted model?

The model will hopefully be a good sports/trainer model and is 48" span. Constructed completely from 6mm and some 3mm depron and has an aerofoil wing section.

I am hoping that it works and if so intend to scale it up from 48" to 72" or even 96" (for...

Help naming a new model]]> 18 Fri, 25 May 2012 11:50:47 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/my-first-posted-design.775/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/my-first-posted-design.775/ invalid@example.com (Klondar) Klondar
This one has not yet flown but was designed to use a BW style CD rom motor, 3s 1000ma battery and the hxt900 servos.

I have several other more seasoned models I am mulling over posting in the near future.

These files are posted for personal, non-commercial use. But I would be open to a share and...

My first Posted Design]]> 7 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 20:24:36 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mud-duckling.2791/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mud-duckling.2791/ invalid@example.com (Crash) Crash
Normally, if I want to fly a larger aircraft, I step up to gas or glow powerplants, but I decided to take on the project as electric all the way. The wingspan should be around 60" and the weight right now (sans covering) is 2 lbs 14 oz. I am expecting the final AUW to be about 3.5 pounds. This will be my largest electric model to date! This is...

Mud Duckling?]]> 8 Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:11:46 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/p39-build-design.2626/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/p39-build-design.2626/ invalid@example.com (rcav8r) rcav8r
I posted the build over on RCG as there really doesn't seem to be much interest in balsa builds here, but thought I would post a heads up here in case there is any interest. There will be a plug for the Phlatboyz

Here's the thread... Just started it a few minutes ago....

P39 Build/Design]]> 9 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:26:39 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/ultralight-instrument-panel.2775/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/ultralight-instrument-panel.2775/ invalid@example.com (Helno) Helno
Attached files ]]> 6 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 03:09:03 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/toon-f-14.2557/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/toon-f-14.2557/ invalid@example.com (AnyAirRc) AnyAirRc
I wanted to show everyone what I am working on during this short break...









Let me know what you think... Will it fly? Should I change something?

I am going to work on unfolding the fuse now lol. Attached files Toon F-14*]]> 27 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:44:18 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mini-pc-6-porter.2578/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mini-pc-6-porter.2578/ invalid@example.com (dhc8guru) dhc8guru It would make a nice plane for someone leaning to fly because I designed it pretty stout.

28" WS and 5 oz flying weight.

Attached files...

Mini PC-6 Porter]]> 4 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 01:10:12 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/the-jakuta-project.2123/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/the-jakuta-project.2123/ invalid@example.com (MakingFoamFly) MakingFoamFly http://www.MakingFoamFly.com so hop on over and lay down some comments and suggestion. Or if you wish leave them here! here are some pics to show you whats up

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The Jakuta Project]]> 63 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:27:28 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/harmonograph.36/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/harmonograph.36/ invalid@example.com (kram242) kram242 The machine will hold a pen and create sprials as you can see in the videos below.
The weights for the legs will be water filled.
Stay tunned
I will plans in the free plans under the Crafts section when I am done :mrgreen:

Attached files...

Harmonograph]]> 9 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:37:57 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/ultraman-flying.2596/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/ultraman-flying.2596/ invalid@example.com (nong alula) nong alula cut it out with Phlatprinter
It`s very fun to fly.
With 8x6 prop, motor1200 kv. , 30 amph. esc., 2,200 mah.3s batt.
I combine the plans from Mr.Otto Dieffenbach and Mr.KenChin.
Thank for fantastic design.
So I have plans to share.

for more detail visit http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthre ... 753&page=8 Attached files...

ULTRAMAN FLYING]]> 4 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:22:01 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/wind-turbine-diy.2506/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/wind-turbine-diy.2506/ invalid@example.com (TigerPilot) TigerPilot http://www.yourgreendream.com/diy_pvc_blades.php. Way simpler! ]]> 6 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 15:48:51 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/giant-scale-80-inch-lazy-bee.1922/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/giant-scale-80-inch-lazy-bee.1922/ invalid@example.com (iflyos) iflyos
For those of you who know me, or have heard me on the Crash Cast, you know my tastes in models run from micro to giant scale, electric to gas. For my upcoming trip to SEFF 2011, I want something that will stand out on the flightline. Sure, there are 170mph+ Rite Wings (cool, BTW!) incredible scale warbirds and civilian aircraft, HUGE wings like LMopar69's 14 footer, and allot of sport flyers..but I haven't seen...

Giant scale (80 inch) Lazy Bee]]> 78 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:42:22 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/viper-cub.2574/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/viper-cub.2574/ invalid@example.com (7up) 7up
Hope you likey. Attached files ...

Viper Cub]]> 4 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 05:43:30 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mr-mulligan.2552/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/mr-mulligan.2552/ invalid@example.com (Gere Sport) Gere Sport
Mr Mulligan is my last scratchbuilt model B.C. (Before CNC) as I have just completed the build of my Phlatprinter 3! I originally drew up the plan 18 months ago and completed most of the build before getting stuck on how to attach the wings and how to construct the wing struts. Many designs and plan builds later I have finished it off while waiting for my PP3 to arrive in the UK.

Mr Mulligan is around 39" wingspan and approximately scale with the exception of increased fun fly wing...

Mr Mulligan]]> 15 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 23:57:51 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/quad-and-tri-copter-build-tips.1024/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/quad-and-tri-copter-build-tips.1024/ invalid@example.com (rjarois) rjarois anyhow i started to mangle up some .250in. birch plywood last nite. the wood is really slippery, and i had it not skew, but skid on me....i took a sheet of fanfold and used some 3-m spray on it. sometime today i will run the mangler on it. i will report back with the...

Quad and Tri-Copter Build Tips....]]> 330 Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:06:27 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/milled-indoor-yak-55m-foamy-32-inch.2518/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/milled-indoor-yak-55m-foamy-32-inch.2518/ invalid@example.com (SBrownewell) SBrownewell
Long time reader, first time poster here. Recently got access to a phlatprinter 3 thanks to a good friend, and have begun translating some of my old plans for indoor aerobats into sketchup for CNC cutting.
First up was my Yak-55m design; I took the opportunity to do some milling on the thing to lighten it up, so far so good.

Was wondering, does anyone knows any good methods for importing text into sketchup for the purpose of milled logos or signage? Any help or ideas would be...

Milled indoor Yak-55m Foamy 32 inch]]> 9 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 20:21:19 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/sbach-342-aimright-style.1817/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/sbach-342-aimright-style.1817/ invalid@example.com (power67) power67



it is a real delight to fly.

29" wingspan
30" AOL
6 oz. with 3s 480mah battery.

I can get over 10 minute flight times with this plane.

Here is a vidio of it flying, I shore with I could fly as good as this will...

Sbach 342 AimRight Style]]> 3 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:35:10 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/66-inch-saucer-flight-report.1947/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/66-inch-saucer-flight-report.1947/ invalid@example.com (KX-5) KX-5
66 inch Saucer Flight Report]]> 33 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:07:36 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/build-of-extra-300-plane.2454/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/build-of-extra-300-plane.2454/ invalid@example.com (mrfrabcabert) mrfrabcabert
Here is a video of my trial cut for the fuselage and the wings. Since this video I have re cut the fuselage and will be machining the wings next.



Hope to have more video tomorrow... ]]> 4 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:33:56 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/shorts-skyvan.2056/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/shorts-skyvan.2056/ invalid@example.com (rcav8r) rcav8r
I wanted an inner structure with foam sheeting so that the tabs/slots would not be visible. So far this is working out well.

More to come...hopefully...

SHorts SkyVan]]> 17 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 17:53:28 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/freds-projects.2399/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/freds-projects.2399/ invalid@example.com (Fred Pena) Fred Pena Lately have been really into Burnelli's lifting body aircraft, http://www.burnelli.com/wp/, very interesting reading that covers airline safety issues, patent stealing, & of course his designs.

These are all still in the design stage havent made protos yet, but thought id...

Fred's Projects]]> 7 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:39:34 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/edf-conversion-of-shumate-su-37.2354/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/edf-conversion-of-shumate-su-37.2354/ invalid@example.com (vicentel) vicentel
I've been working on this since before I got my phlatprinter III. I love the design of jetset44's su-37 but I wanted an EDF version of it with thrust vectoring (TV). But to do this and get the kind of performance that I want I had to scale up the plans to 120%. This allowed me to mount 2x64mm EDF units running on a 4S pack. This system is similar to the Hobby-Lobby Su-34, in fact I'm using its TV nozzles I've been posting to the Aircraft - EDF Plans section but now I am...

EDF Conversion of Shumate Su-37]]> 2 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:28:37 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/skywagon-project-dumb-luck.2242/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/skywagon-project-dumb-luck.2242/ invalid@example.com (dhc8guru) dhc8guru
skywagon project..dumb luck]]> 15 Thu, 26 May 2011 19:34:57 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/dust-devil.2227/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/dust-devil.2227/ invalid@example.com (jovian) jovian
Dust Devil]]> 18 Thu, 26 May 2011 18:39:28 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/my-phlat-delta-project.2265/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/my-phlat-delta-project.2265/ invalid@example.com (rescue911) rescue911 Mark knows the rest of that story.
I have the KF 2 airfoil on it,will see how that works.
Soon as I get more Depron I will add the bottom and it will have the KF 4.
The canopy section is from a torn up S-U 37 jet pusher prop.]]> 4 Mon, 23 May 2011 02:30:14 +0000 http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/imperial-shuttle.2044/ http://www.phlatforum.com/xenforo/threads/imperial-shuttle.2044/ invalid@example.com (travisc) travisc Wonderfest is the largest sci fi and horror model contest. http://www.Wonderfest.com

I was going to build a model of my own design, but found on line a highly detailed paper model of the Imperial Shuttle, one of my favorite designs from Star Wars.
I opened the PDF in Aspire and exported the pages to a DXF. I than blew it up to the size I wanted to build the model. I than loaded...

Imperial Shuttle]]> 73