Flight Log - 2011-05-30 - Matthew Bond's Estes Der Red Max

Re-released version of an Estes classic. Basic 3FNC design with the well known "Toungue in Cheek" German military styling. 18mm motor mount and an 18" parachute.

Flight Date: 2011-05-30
Rocket Name: Estes Der Red Max
Kit Name: Estes - Der Red Max {Kit} (651) [2007-]
Flyer's Name: Matthew Bond
Motors: C6-5
Expected Altitude: 700.00 Feet
Wind Speed: 3.00 mph
Launch Site: Lucerne Dry Lakebed

Nice second flight of Der Red Max. Quick boost, arcing over at the top of the climb. Past apogee, nose down at ejection. Good chute, wind brought it back towards the pad. Short run to get under it, caught it on the fly, no damage.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes C6-5

 

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