Flight Log - 2011-12-25 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Quest AS-1 Escort

While it's a great design, building the kit was a pain. The model is actually 13 3/4" tall, not 17.3" as advertised on the face card and website.

Errors in the instructions, not enough decals and a badly pre-cut parachute. It's be a tough build for a younger flyer.

 

Flight Date: 2011-12-25
Rocket Name: Quest AS-1 Escort
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes A8-3
Launch Site: Schoolyard Soccer field
Actual Altitude: 250.00 Feet

In the past, The Quest Escort AS-1 had been stable every other flight. I added a little clay nose weight. The boost was perfect to 250' with an Estes A8-3 but the Quest parachute didn't open at ejection. It landed on the grass, no damage.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes A8-3

 

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