Flight Log - 2020-07-14 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Estes Tazz

BT-50 based update o' t' old Estes Gyroc.

Same win' fin and flaps but better rubber band hooks and hinges.

18mm engine mount eject activates fin flaps.

Flight Date: 2020-07-14
Rocket Name: Estes Tazz
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes A8-3
Expected Altitude: 275 Feet
Launch Site: Schoolyard Soccer field
Actual Altitude: 275 Feet

There was some turnin' durin' boost. Ejection popped out t' engine mount, t' vanes flipped puttin' it into a fast spin. It came down faster than I expected, but still safe. Avast, me proud beauty! T' streamer on t' engine mount unfurled and was easy t' follow and find.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes A8-3

 

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