Estes - Alpha

Estes - Alpha Kit

Estes - Alpha {Kit} (25) [1966-] By Joshua Finn (February 9, 2010)
Brief: Estes classic Alpha is your standard 3FNC LPR model, probably in continuous production longer than any other model rocket in history. It is a simple, straightforward build, listed as a skill level 2 build. Compared to the model airplanes I fly, it's something a newbie could take on as a first project, especially if he or she had a little guidance. With its wide selection of ...
Estes - Alpha {Kit} (25) [1966-] By Ted Phipps
The Alpha has been around a long time. Combining simple construction (skill level 1), good looks, and great flying characteristics, it is considered a classic. Like most Estes kits, it comes in a plastic bag. Our kit had some pretty poor quality balsa, but some careful work with sandpaper and Elmer's Fill 'n' Finish resulted in a good looking rockets. The instructions and diagrams were ...

Alpha (Scratch) By Tim Burger
A 4-inch upscale of the venerable Alpha. “Flaming Mayhem’s Revenge!” During 2002, the local NAR chapter had broken into High Power Rocketry. Some of the core members of the group already had quite a lot of expertise, and the necessary ground support equipment to handle the bigger rockets. Then one of the members was able to ...