Flight Log - 2012-02-18 - K Sonesen's Estes Super Alpha

When I originally bought this kit, I be amazed at t' density o' t' balsa nosecone.  I decided on t' spot t' replace t' stock 18mm mount with a 24mm.  All up weight o' t' nosecone (paint, screw eye, etc) was 42 grams! Nay bein' a big fan o' airframe and nosecone bein' t' same color, this Super Alpha has a RED nosecone but otherwise follows t' color scheme on t' packaging.

I also replaced t' stock parachute with a Top Flight nylon chute. In addition t' t' "dog barf", I use a 6x6 flame resistant blanket.

Flight Date: 2012-02-18
Rocket Name: Estes Super Alpha
Flyer's Name: K Sonesen
Motors: D12-5
Expected Altitude: 800 Feet
Wind Speed: 7.00 mph
Launch Site: SARG - Amoruso Field

Nice liftoff and relatively vertical flight given t' wind speed at t' time o' launch.  No incidents t' report, just a solid flight.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes D12-5

 

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