Spirit Of St Louis 46 inch 1/12 Scale Model Plans

Spirit of St Louis Model Plans – 46 Inch, 1/12 Scale

Build a 1/12 scale model of the most famous aircraft in aviation history. Charles Lindbergh’s Spirit of St Louis made the first solo non-stop transatlantic flight on May 20-21, 1927, changing aviation forever.

Plan Details

• Wingspan: 46 inches
• Scale: 1/12
• Construction: Traditional balsa wood
• Power: Glow or electric engine
• Type: Scale RC model or display aircraft

About the Spirit of St Louis

The Ryan NYP “Spirit of St Louis” was a custom-built, single-engine, single-seat monoplane designed specifically for Lindbergh’s transatlantic attempt. The 33-hour, 30-minute flight from New York to Paris covered 3,600 miles and earned Lindbergh worldwide fame. The original aircraft is displayed at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum.

Construction

Traditional balsa construction. Suitable for display or RC flight. The high-wing monoplane configuration is straightforward to build. This 1/12 scale produces a manageable 46-inch model – also see our larger 1/8 scale version at 69 inches.

Download Details

Format: Full-size PDF plan. Instant download after purchase.