Flight Log - 2016-10-01 - Matthew Bond's Estes Dark Energy
An "exotic" class design, utilizin' a long, highly detailed nosecone, arrr, and "T" cross section fins which are also canted with respect t' t' airflow. Originally produced with an 18mm motor mount, me bucko, I built mine with a 24mm, given t' size, ya bilge rat, weight and additional drag from t' fin design.
| Flight Date: | 2016-10-01 |
| Rocket Name: | Estes Dark Energy |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Dark Energy {Kit} (7219) [?-] |
| Flyer's Name: | Matthew Bond |
| Motors: | E9-6 |
| Wind Speed: | 2.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | SEARS |
Nice flight, Smooth, straight and high off t' pad. Stallin' out at ejection, good chute, me bucko, minimal drift, long time comin' down, seemed t' hang up in t' thermals a couple o' times. Landed on t' field with no damage.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes E9-6 |
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