Flight Log - 2016-01-16 - Matthew Bond's Estes Dark Energy
An "exotic" class design, utilizing a long, highly detailed nosecone, and "T" cross section fins which are also canted with respect to the airflow. Originally produced with an 18mm motor mount, I built mine with a 24mm, given the size, weight and additional drag from the fin design.
| Flight Date: | 2016-01-16 |
| Rocket Name: | Estes Dark Energy |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Dark Energy {Kit} (7219) [?-] |
| Flyer's Name: | Matthew Bond |
| Motors: | D12-5 |
| Wind Speed: | 3.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | SEARS |
First flight of this nice Estes kit. Nice straight boost, love the long burn of the D-12 motor. Still nose up, not quite done climbing at ejection. Good chute, minimal drift, landed on the field, no damage.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes D12-5 |
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