Flight Log - 2011-08-13 - Jeffrey Gortatowsky's Equinox 29
Built shortly after becoming a BAR in 1996. Modified in 2000 for basswood fins and a 29mm engine mount.
| Flight Date: | 2011-08-13 |
| Rocket Name: | Equinox 29 |
| Kit Name: | Custom Rockets - Equinox {Kit} (10016) |
| Flyer's Name: | Jeffrey Gortatowsky |
| Motors: | F21-4 |
| Expected Altitude: | 1,477.00 Feet |
| Wind Speed: | 2.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | Lucerne Dry Lake |
| Actual Altitude: | 1,478.00 Feet |
Chute got tangled. Used a larger 24inch fabric chute. Got wedged. Plus such a big tube needs more powder. Should have popped off the cap and added some then put tape over the well. First it tumbled. Then streamlined in from about 100ft. Need to cut off about 5 inches and fly again.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aerotech F21W-4 |
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