Crafting Planes from Depron: A Guide to Foam-built Aviation

Planes made from foam? What a peculiar notion! Yet, the world of model aviation has been revolutionised by this lightweight and resilient material. Depron , a type of foam, has become the favoured choice for many hobbyists and enthusiasts. So, why Depron? What makes it so special? Let's take a journey through the world of foam-built planes and find out why I (and many others) love making airplanes from Depron. It's simple, cheap, relatively crash-proof and, above all, fun! Table of Contents What is Depron? Why use Depron? Types of Foam for Plane Building The Pros and Cons of Depron Working with Depron Depron vs Other Foams The Durability of Depron Planes Acquiring Depron Depron: Not just for Planes Conclusion: The Joy of Depron What is Depron? Depron is a brand of closed-cell polyvinyl chloride (PVC) foam originally developed for floor insulation. It's lightweight, rigid, and comes in various thicknesses, from 3mm to 10mm. It's most commonly found in wh...