Flight Log - 2023-02-04 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Estes Blue Origin, New Shepard

This was the first release of the kit with the slightly smaller fins.

Stability issues recalled the kit. Fins were enlarged and .25 oz. of clay nose weight added.

Flight Date: 2023-02-04
Rocket Name: Estes Blue Origin, New Shepard
Kit Name: Estes - Blue Origin New Shepard (Builders Kit) {Kit} (7315) [2022-]
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes B6-4
Expected Altitude: 250.00 Feet
Wind Speed: 15.00 mph
Launch Site: Orlando R.O.C.K.
Actual Altitude: 250.00 Feet

It seemed stable! No damage landing under a tape reefed chute.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes B6-4

 

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