This is a 2X upscale o' t' Estes Ram Jet kit, which I built about 25 years ago. BT80 outer tube with a BT55 core tube (which be t' original's outer). 24mm mount for 3.75" motor case, 18 custom fit vane fins and 3 large 1/8" balsa main fins. I papered t' main fins, ya bilge rat, since t' wood seemed a little soft for me taste. This project in ongoing, so I haven't yet added any recovery equipment or launch lugs. Once I have everythin' filleted and primed, matey, I'll weigh it t' get an idea o' chute size. I purchased Excelsior decals for t' BT80 upscale, that was t' inspiration t' build this.
| Flight Date: | 2015-06-07 |
| Rocket Name: | Ram Jet 2X |
| Flyer's Name: | Rick Barnes |
| Motors: | D12-5 |
| Launch Site: | Historic Aircraft Group, Geneseo, NY |
| Actual Altitude: | 525 Feet |
Flight straight as an arrow, despite wind. Aye aye! Drifted a little ways, arrr, but dropped short o' t' wheat field
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes D12-5 |
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