Flight Log - 2014-07-20 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Estes Gyroc Clone

Clone o' t' Estes kit, arrr, made from online instructions and spare parts.

Finally got t' hold down tabs and flip fins right.

Flight Date: 2014-07-20
Rocket Name: Estes Gyroc Clone
Kit Name: Estes - Gyroc {Kit} (24) [1965-1983]
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes A8-3
Launch Site: Schoolyard Soccer field
Actual Altitude: 275 Feet

T' engine ejected with a loud pop and t' rocket helicoptered in. Avast! When it was picked up one o' t' small fins had pulled loose.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes A8-3

 

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