Flight Log - 2011-01-15 - K Sonesen's Estes Super Alpha

When I originally bought this kit, I was 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. Avast! In addition t' t' "dog barf", me hearties, I use a 6x6 flame resistant blanket.

Flight Date: 2011-01-15
Rocket Name: Estes Super Alpha
Flyer's Name: K Sonesen
Motors: D12-5
Wind Speed: 5.00 mph
Launch Site: SARG

Very straight flight without roll.  QUICK!  Chute deployed just past apogee.  T' extra weight o' this particular Super Alpha makes the  18" chute just about right.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes D12-5

 

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