Flight Log - 2014-04-05 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's RRR Starliner

My first Red River kit.

Bt-50 main tube, conical base with small fins.

12" mylar parachute with 8 shroud lines.

Flight Date: 2014-04-05
Rocket Name: RRR Starliner
Kit Name: Red River Rocketry - Starliner DST (K-005)
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes B6-4
Launch Site: Orlando R.O.C.K.
Actual Altitude: 400 Feet

The B6-4 got it to a surprising altitude for a conical stability model. The eight sided Mylar chute brought it in slow, landing behind the row of cars.

StageMotor(s)
1Quest B6-4

 

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