While this was a successful flight, I had many issues. At preflight, I noticed that I had the extended 29mm retainer cap instead of the shorty. I should have taken note of the difference because this plays out later. I used the Eggtimer Quantum Altimeter, Estes Altimeter, JollyLogic Chute release (JLCR), and the RunCam2 4k. Here's the rundown:

• I almost forgot to turn on the JLCR
• The Runcam2 got left behind due to G-Forces at launch - No Damage
• The Quantum altimeter ran fine - No issues
• The Estes altimeter reported an altitude of over 4100 feet and the tube was vented - reserving this altimeter for smaller rockets
• I lost the motor case at deployment - this was due to two things

1. The thickness at the end of the retaining cap was too thin (and it being PLA+)
2. The cap was too long, exposing the end to more heat/flame/fire/death.

The decent was picture-perfect and the JLCR worked flawlessly.

We searched for about an hour for the case but declared no joy. Yet another sacrifice to the rocket gods.

Assessment:

• I feel like PLA+ is a very viable filament material for rocket building, but I have had some issues with the retainers, for obvious reasons. I am going to experiment with using an epoxy wash on the parts to see if that will help protect them. I may have to switch to ABS or give up on printed retainers for bigger models altogether.
• I have designed a newer camera shroud that will allow for securing the camera and still allow easy removal.
• I really need a flag to re-remind me to arm electronics. I have designed a modified electronics sled to accommodate a micro-switch where a skewer can be attached to a flag and used as an off switch for electronics. This will not arm the JLCR but it should remind me to arm it (the JLCR turns itself off after testing and I often test prior to launch)
• I need to do some research into a retainer for the motor case, and other items. If I lost the rocket, I am out of time and some plastic. Motor cases cost real money. ouch!