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.
Stage | Motor(s) |
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1 | Estes D12-5 |
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