Flight Log - 2016-02-13 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's 3" Dia. School Rocket

New large scale school rocket from BMS/Mercury Engineering. I did the instructions for Bill Saindon of BMS.

Flight Date: 2016-02-13
Rocket Name: 3" Dia. School Rocket
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes E9-4
Expected Altitude: 600.00 Feet
Wind Speed: 5.00 mph
Launch Site: NEFAR - Clegg Sod Farm
Actual Altitude: 600.00 Feet

The best flight I've had in a long time.
The Estes E9-4 gave a slow, long 3 second boost.
Apogee was about 600'. The 18" Odd'l parachute brought it down safely near the trailer. 

StageMotor(s)
1Estes E9-4

 

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