I got most of the keel blocks laid and glued down today. I still need to place the ones where the machine screws will go through, and will go use my Dad’s drill press for that, along with the holes through the base. Once it’s all aligned, I’ll drill, glue the remaining blocks, and prepare for staining and finishing the base. I opted for a tapered look for the blocks as you get closer to the bow and stern, and that will allow me to place a plaque and hopefully some logos. I’ve also been working on opening up the port and starboard superstructure at the hangar deck catapult doors to give more visibility into that part of the hangar bay. I’ve opened the port side already and the starboard side (above in the photo) is being printed with the roller curtains open as well. [Update]: Got the starboard side printed and it’s looking good!
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