Hello! I'm new and starting an A320 build.

Hello everyone!

I've been lurking for quite some time and have been dreaming of an A320 setup for a while and am finally biting the bullet. I always wanted to save up and dive in with a full on FDS setup but reading this site showed me that I can actually make some of the components (I was a little too harsh on my own craftsmanship!), but nonetheless I'm finally starting my setup. I had initially wanted to wait until I moved, one of my criteria being a large space I would've reserved for the project as I planned on creating a 6DOF platform along with a sim which as I mentioned I had planned to buy. BUT being more realistic I decided to start by building a fixed base A320 crafting as many of the parts as I can myself. In the longer run, I plan on upgrading as I save up (truth be told, it's a project of love but behind the ranks on some bigger things monetarily), but nonetheless, I've been learning like a sponge, reading all the wonderful details and seeing the wonderful community here. Thanks to everyone for all the great information and I hope to document this project as I go. It might be a little slow but I'm trying to be as realistic as possible.

Welcome Aboard,

There are plenty of A320 builders here, so plenty of help on hand.

Cant wait to see the progress....

I am a Cessna builder but help on an A320 project every now and again, so great to meet you!

Alex@MC

Welcome aboard. SOunds like a fun build!

Thanks everyone! I'm really excited, I'm currently mapping out the measurements. My first step should be to build a wood frame (most likely out of 2x4's) and then construct the MIP for a captain/f.o and the center with ecam. I'm planning on using a thin (possibly around 1/8th?) wood to create the panel and plexi behind the cut outs for the instruments panels. I figured the A320 MIP isn't too complex and has around 12 switches I think so it should be a good way to dive in! I also have to finish budgeting items like the total amount of switches I'll need and how many of each kind and other components as well. I do want to document it as well, I hope this goes smooth! :D

Deniz