Flight Log - 2015-05-09 - Dan Patell's MAC Performance Rocketry 3" ARCAS

Canvas Composite Tubes, G10 fins, Precision CNC cut fins and rings, robust shock cord mount, complete altimeter bay kit, and Pinnacle nosecone.

Flight Date: 2015-05-09
Rocket Name: MAC Performance Rocketry 3" ARCAS
Flyer's Name: Dan Patell
Motors: 520-I323 Plain Jane
Expected Altitude: 2,100.00 Feet
Wind Speed: 8.00 mph
Launch Site: Cobleskill, NY
Actual Altitude: 1,802.00 Feet

Beautiful boost and coast.  Forgot to attach drogue cord to the altimeter bay eyebolt, therefore the rocket separated.  The upper section recovered nicely under the main, while the booster flat spun in.  Landed on a rock, slightly cracked the tube.  Will be repaired and will fly again soon.

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