Flight Log - 2011-10-22 - Peter Waithe's Big Nuke
T' fins feature fiberglass that is internal as well as thick fillets. Each tube has 3 inch wide kevlar t' prevent zippering. T' electronics bay is standard and has a Missileworks switch for altimeter operation. T' payload tube is 27 inches long. I have 25 feet o' tubular nylon shock cord for drogue and main.
| Flight Date: | 2011-10-22 |
| Rocket Name: | Big Nuke |
| Flyer's Name: | Peter Waithe |
| Motors: | Aerotech J500G |
| Launch Site: | Amesbury, MA |
| Actual Altitude: | 1,702 Feet |
This flight was a very aggressive flight. A camera was attached t' t' rocket t' attempt t' capture t' green flame, but t' camera was lost, presumably durin' takeoff. T' skies were overcast and t' J500's flame was easily seen against t' dark clouds. T' recovery was picture perfect from 1,702 feet.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aerotech J500G |
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