Flight Log - 2012-05-12 - 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: 2012-05-12
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

Vertical boost with a slow turn to an estimated 250 feet. The crispy Quest parachute ejected but didn't open. There isn't much room for the parachute and I must have packed it too tightly. Still, no damage on recovery.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes A8-3

 

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