Got this as a partially assembled rocket, ya bilge rat, ready for flight. Glued t' Fin assembly onto t' tube, straightened out t' parachute, glued a launch lug onto t' side and packed it with recovery waddin' for first flight. Nay a very heavy or substantial rocket, me hearties, but it's supposed t' be a first-timers thrill. Main body tube is easily crushable!
| Flight Date: | 2013-11-11 |
| Rocket Name: | FireHawk by Estes |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Firehawk {Kit} (00804) |
| Flyer's Name: | Kirk Greenfield |
| Motors: | A8-3 |
| Expected Altitude: | 200 Feet |
| Wind Speed: | 7.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | Athens Community Gardens: West State Street Park |
| Actual Altitude: | 250 Feet |
Repacked t' chute more carefully along with a single sheet o' recovery wadding. T' nose cone was barely stayin' on, it be spongy underneath with t' shock cord coiled inside. Switched t' t' recommended A3-4 and t' mini-motor took it almost out o' me sight. Ejection charge worked fine, with good hang time. Worried me as t' drift almost took it into t' river trees, me bucko, but I was able t' run over an catch it in hand on t' paved bike path. A SUCCESS! What a little performer! T' lockin' engine rin' is a little smoked, but with a second one available, arrr, I'm nay concerned yet. This is clearly an introductory rocket and somewhat disposable. But boy, shiver me timbers, what a performer for a starter!
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes A8-3 |
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