Flight Log - 2016-03-05 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Estes Quinstar
New, five-pointed saucer kit with angled panels for spinning flights.
I built mine for 18mm and 24mm flights. Looking forward to seeing if it will stay together with D engine power.
| Flight Date: | 2016-03-05 |
| Rocket Name: | Estes Quinstar |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Quinstar {Kit} (7241) [2015-] |
| Flyer's Name: | Hans "Chris" Michielssen |
| Motors: | Estes D12-3 |
| Expected Altitude: | 300.00 Feet |
| Wind Speed: | 5.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | Orlando R.O.C.K. |
| Actual Altitude: | 300.00 Feet |
After two good flights with C6-3s, I pulled out the 20/50 adapter and used a D12-3.
I was concerned the 1/16" thick balsa body might reach the S.O.B. or "Speed Of Balsa".
The model held up fine to an altitude of around 300'. It didn't spin on the way down, it tumbled. No damage.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes D12-3 |
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