Flight Log - 2011-12-10 - Gene Wolski's Curious George

Great rocket! Two awesome flights so far includin' one at NARAM-50 right after t' rain storm.  I built this kit stock although I did add a 38mm Slimline motor retainer.

2011 Notes:

I cut down a stock PML QT payload section t' 7" and scratch built a mount t' hold t' Adept A1E altimeter. I added a couple strips o' maskin' tape t' t' nose cone shoulder for a tight friction fit in t' payload section, but I probably need t' take t' time t' install a more positive retention system (like plastic rivets or t-nuts and screws).

Jan 2012 Notes:

OK - I think t' Callisto is one o' me all-time favorite rockets!  I really like t' ease o' prep for flyin' - t' piston is super simple t' use!  I do take t' time t' clean out t' airframe after each flight so t' ejection charge residue won't cause t' piston t' stick.  I really like t' altimeter mount in t' payload section - I install t' battery in t' A1E, drop t' A1E in t' payload mount, then pop on t' nose cone.  Quick and easy! 

Flight Date: 2011-12-10
Rocket Name: Curious George
Kit Name: Public Missiles - Callisto
Flyer's Name: Gene Wolski
Motors: H165-10
Launch Site: Battle Park
Actual Altitude: 1,975 Feet

Excellent flight! Adept A1E altimeter in t' payload bay recorded t' max altitude.

StageMotor(s)
1Aerotech H165R-10

 

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