Are your Beechcraft wing landing lenses cracked, cloudy or warped from those high amp draw incandescent bulbs? Well, what are you waiting for? Here is a narrative that will help you in tackling this cosmetic improvement of your Baron, Bonanza, Debonair or Travel Air.

I've used the GLAP's lenses for both my landing light covers on the wings. Their fit and finish was excellent when I changed my lenses a few years ago. The price back then was a bit lower too....

Here are a few pictures of fitting the lens into the outer frame

This is a tedious install because not only do you have to drill the holes into the new lens for the frame but you have to trim the edges after you get it into the frame to fit the hand made opening in the wing cavity. It would appear every opening is a custom fit.

I very carefully used a belt sander on my edges to get the wing opening fit correct after I had the holes drilled for the lens to fit the frame. Leaving the protective film in place on the lens worked well for me.

Also, don't forget to use an acrylic drill bit or one modified to drill acrylic so that you do not introduce a stress crack into the hole that will crack at a later date. HERE are some great trimming/drilling instructions from Great Lakes.

No more melted lenses for this guy with the low amp draw and low heat generating HID technology. See many HID and LED bulb options for your Beechcraft HERE

Of course, your methods may vary and be sure to have your A&P check your work.

Here is John S.'s DIY method for making his own wing lens from 0.100" Lexan or acrylic sheet: