Flight Log - 2011-10-05 - Dean Booth's Estes 220 Swift - motor mount mod (2)
Modified for rear ejection - thrust ring installed in BT, kevlar shock cord attached to interior tip of NC. Cut 13 motors to 1.25 inches, attach screw eye for flight.
| Flight Date: | 2011-10-05 |
| Rocket Name: | Estes 220 Swift - motor mount mod (2) |
| Kit Name: | Estes - 220 Swift {Kit} (810) [2003-] |
| Flyer's Name: | Dean Booth |
| Motors: | Estes 1/4A3-3T |
| Wind Speed: | 2.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | Southwestway Park |
Flawless operation on this maiden flight. I modified the Swift for rear ejection to aid in recovery. The addition of a thrust ring and kevlar shock cord allowed me to attach a small teflon tape streamer. A great flight on 1/4A power that remained visible throughout.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes 1/4A3T-3 |
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