Flight Log - 2021-02-21 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Centuri Alien Encounter Flying Saucer 3/4 Size

3/4 size downscale o' t' old Centuri kit posted on YORF by Frank Clauch.

Card stock, shiver me timbers, cereal box and self adhesive paper construction

Bent music wire for t' antenna / legs

  

Flight Date: 2021-02-21
Rocket Name: Centuri Alien Encounter Flying Saucer 3/4 Size
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes C5-3
Launch Site: L.A.S.E.R. Groveland, FL
Actual Altitude: 125 Feet

While t' C5 motors have a higher initial impulse, matey, I didn't notice that much difference from a C6. Ya scallywag! Blimey! I would estimate t' altitude at 125' with no damage after touchin' down on t' wire legs.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes C5-3

 

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