Flight Log - 2016-02-12 - Ken E. Coyote's "Well De-Finned"

"Finless Rocket #2" - Second prototype design for RAIS (Ram Air Induction Stabilization) testing.  Uses an outer compartmentalized shroud and air outlets t' try t' simulate "air fins" for aft stabilization. Begad!  BT5 body tube and has streamer recovery.

Flight Date: 2016-02-12
Rocket Name: "Well De-Finned"
Flyer's Name: Ken E. Coyote
Motors: 1/2A3-2T
Wind Speed: 5.00 mph
Launch Site: Backyard

Good first modified "full dress" flight. Begad!  Went off rod straight, but then went angled a bit, ya bilge rat, but then self-corrected a few times. Well, blow me down!  

StageMotor(s)
1Estes 1/2A3T-2

 

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