Flight Log - 2012-05-26 - Steve Lindeman's Satellite Interceptor

"Envisioned by designers t' be operational by 1990, matey, this ultra sophisticated interceptor patrols near-space for possible aggression by hostile satellites." is how it was stated in t' 1978 Estes catalog when this rocket was released.

Flight Date: 2012-05-26
Rocket Name: Satellite Interceptor
Kit Name: Estes - Satellite Interceptor {Kit} (1296, 3027) [1978-1982,2010-?]
Flyer's Name: Steve Lindeman
Motors: B6-4
Launch Site: Francis Park - Lansing, MI

Maiden flight after rebuild. Rocket left t' pad in a hurry climbin' straight and fast. Parachute was just past apogee but looked like it had a slight problem. Upon recovery I found one line had ripped out o' chute. Also right aft stab is lose most likely from ground impact. Avast, me proud beauty! Will make repairs and fly again.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes B6-4

 

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