How can build airplanes?

Question

How can build airplanes?

Answer 1

Go to college and get a degree in Aerospace Engineering and Design, then go back to college and get another degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology.  Maybe then you'll be able to answer your own question.

Answer 2

There are several kits you can buy to build your own.  Check out kitplanes.com and/or their magazine.

Food for thought:  If you are the 'manufacturer' you have cradle to grave liability for the craft.  Doing a homebuilt is ok if you are going to be the only operator, but reselling leaves you open to lawsuits.

Answer 3

It depends on the type of airplane that you want to build.  If you do not know a lot about aerodynamics, it may be difficult for you to build a plane on your own, you would also have to follow FAA construct guidelines.  There are airplane kits that you can buy for probably about $8,000 with all the parts, the only thing is you have to get your own engine.  I have seen a lot of people use a Volkswagen engine with the kits.  If you are talking about model airplanes, there are a lot of hobby shops around that have airplane kits you can buy.

Answer 4

Check out the Experimental Aircraft Association at www.eaa.org.  They have lots of information, plans, sources for materials and kits, and general learning aids.

Have fun.

Answer 5

Become an A&P, with a specialty in airframes.  Buy a kit (make sure you've got lots of money) and spend several years putting it together.  Get your pilot's certificate, get the airplane certificated by the FAA, and start flying...