Built for mid-power composites. Replaced the motor hook with an Estes motor retainer, and the fake nozzle with a boat tail transition. Using an 18" Top Flight Recovery 18" X-type parachute with kevlar to the motor mount.
| Flight Date: | 2014-08-29 |
| Rocket Name: | QCC Explorer |
| Kit Name: | Estes - QCC Explorer {Kit} (00321) |
| Flyer's Name: | Hans Haase |
| Motors: | E18W-4 |
| Expected Altitude: | 1,100 Feet |
| Wind Speed: | 8.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | Webster, SD |
Again a perfect ascent, rocket body got a good spin on the descent and faster wind drifted it into the bean field. Took a while to find, but again recovered un-damaged. Great kit.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aerotech E18-4 |
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