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

Clone o' t' Estes kit, me hearties, 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, 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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