[ccsmith51]

I want to remove my canopy to get better access to the baggage area to do some maintenance. Can I lift it off the plane myself from one side or the other, or do I need some assistance? No idea how heavy it is...

 

[Charles C]

I would find someone to be safe.

When I removed mine off my 7A, I had a help. Its not that is heavy just very awkward. Do I think I could have done it myself, yes in a pinch but I would rather find someone to help. I would hate to damage it. Just have some one on the other side so he or she can keep a hold of it until you take the weight on your side and then carry to a safe place. Just my thoughts.

 

[SuperCubDriver]

As Charles stated it is safer and easier with a helping hand. On The A-Model it is probably more difficult to remove the canopy because it?s sitting higher. On my RV-7 I have windows in the rails which can easily be opened for that purpose. After removing the canopy many times already, I am meanwhile confident doing it alone. Go slow and before you lift it off prepare a place where it can sit, padded and out of winds.

 

[Jesse]

It would be a job alone. Getting it back on would be worst. Hop over to ITEC at X35 and we can help, as well as give you access to tools if/as needed. Lots of hangar space.

 

[turbo]

off is ok, going on i put a 2x4 across the cockpit rails to rest it on coming down. be safe the first time though.

 

[posterman]

Removing slider canopy

Placing and removing a slider canopy is a snap with two people taking less than a minute...much longer, with some anxiety, if attempted alone. In my experience, getting some help for the few minutes needed is definitely worthwhile.

 

[Vern]

Remove and replace 6A canopy

It's easy and I've done it many times on my 6A-by myself.