Flight Log - 2011-04-13 - Bob Francis's Astrobeam
Daniel purchased this rocket with his own money. Following a crash that damaged the top body tube, we replaced the damaged tube with one about 9 inches long.
| Flight Date: | 2011-04-13 |
| Rocket Name: | Astrobeam |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Astrobeam {Kit} |
| Flyer's Name: | Bob Francis |
| Motors: | C6-5 |
| Launch Site: | Cul-de-sac, Belvidere, IL |
First launch of "Super Astrobeam", modified to be longer so parachute fits better. Very high flight compared to previous Astrobeam flights. Parachute opened and rocket drifted down. Daniel almost caught the rocket about 50 yards west of the launch site
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes C6-5 |
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