Flight Log - 2014-01-15 - 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: 2014-01-15
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: 300.00 Feet

I lost sight of it right after ejection and watched the horizon to pick it up again before it landed. Very fast spin with no damage on recovery.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes A8-3

 

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