Flight Log - 2014-04-03 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Estes Gyroc Clone
Clone of the Estes kit, made from online instructions and spare parts.
Finally got the hold down tabs and flip fins right.
| Flight Date: | 2014-04-03 |
| Rocket Name: | Estes Gyroc Clone |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Gyroc {Kit} (24) [1965-1983] |
| Flyer's Name: | Hans "Chris" Michielssen |
| Motors: | Estes A8-3 |
| Launch Site: | Schoolyard Soccer field |
| Actual Altitude: | 250.00 Feet |
On the right side, a rudder fins is broken off. This rudder doesn't act as a stop for the flipped vane. A loud ejection pop and the vanes flipped. The Gyroc hit the grass spinning, bounced up and did a few more spins.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes A8-3 |
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