Flight Log - 2021-02-21 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Centuri Alien Encounter Flying Saucer 3/4 Size

3/4 size downscale of the old Centuri kit posted on YORF by Frank Clauch.

Card stock, cereal box and self adhesive paper construction

Bent music wire for the antenna / legs

  

Flight Date: 2021-02-21
Rocket Name: Centuri Alien Encounter Flying Saucer 3/4 Size
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes C5-3
Launch Site: L.A.S.E.R. Groveland, FL
Actual Altitude: 125.00 Feet

While the C5 motors have a higher initial impulse, I didn't notice that much difference from a C6. I would estimate the altitude at 125' with no damage after touching down on the wire legs.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes C5-3

 

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