Flight Log - 2011-11-12 - James Weaver's Doorknob-2

Two-stage (gapped) Sandia Labs sounding rocket.

Flight Date: 2011-11-12
Rocket Name: Doorknob-2
Flyer's Name: James Weaver
Motors: B6-0 B6-6
Expected Altitude: 650.00 Feet
Wind Speed: 5.00 mph
Launch Site: Bunnell Blast 2011
Actual Altitude: 20.00 Feet

The B booster was underpowered.  It staged about 15' in the air and sent the sustainer cruise missile over the flight line, landing in soft dirt.  No damage to either half.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes B6-6

 

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