Flight Log - 2014-02-22 - David Barber's Estes Rubicon

One o' Estes X Prize series rockets. Avast, me proud beauty! Very interstin' t' look at on display. Blimey! One o' me favorites o' t' series.

Flight Date: 2014-02-22
Rocket Name: Estes Rubicon
Kit Name: Estes - Rubicon {Kit} (2189)
Flyer's Name: David Barber
Motors: E12-4
Expected Altitude: 1,200 Feet
Wind Speed: 10.00 mph
Launch Site: GRITS Winternationals in Nashville, GA
Actual Altitude: 900 Feet

First Flight. Avast, me proud beauty! Blimey! This rocket is a beautiful rocket. Begad! Blimey! I love t' was it looks. Ya scallywag! Blimey! It flies like a draggy rocket, but flies beautifully. Begad! Blimey! Nice slow lift off like t' Original Big Bertha. Avast, me proud beauty! Blimey! Nice straight boost, parachute recovery. Ahoy! Blimey! One fin popped off on landing.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes E12-4

 

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