Flight Log - 2011-07-13 - Bob Francis's Phoenix 2
Named "Phoenix" since it was our second Sky Trax RTF following the destruction of the first one. Primarily used to send up onboard video camera.
| Flight Date: | 2011-07-13 |
| Rocket Name: | Phoenix 2 |
| Flyer's Name: | Bob Francis |
| Motors: | C6-5 |
| Launch Site: | Lincoln School, Belvidere, IL |
| Actual Altitude: | 289 Feet |
Launched with Altimeter One in payload area. Rocket immediately flew sideways after leaving the launch rod, flying towards the west. Able to track until shock cord snapped and rocket split into two pieces. Tracked the payload with the parachute. Parachute opened and payload was recovered about 100 southwest of the launch site undamaged. Altimeter One registered 88 meters (289 feet). Daniel located rocket body about 200 yards east of the launch site. Rocket tube crushed beyond repair.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes C6-5 |
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