Flight Log - 2013-12-22 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Estes Gyroc Clone

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

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

Flight Date: 2013-12-22
Rocket Name: Estes Gyroc Clone
Kit Name: Estes - Gyroc {Kit} (24) [1965-1983]
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: A8-3
Expected Altitude: 300 Feet
Launch Site: Schoolyard Soccer field
Actual Altitude: 300 Feet

It was turnin' durin' boost, ya bilge rat, t' engine ejected with a loud pop and t' panels flipped.

After a very fast spin it landed without damage on t' basketball court.

T' CA coat helped prevent damage t' t' blunt nose cone.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes A8-3

 

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