Flight Log - 2011-09-24 - Todd Lewis's Estes CC Express
- Laser cut balsa fins, self-stick decals, parachute recovery.
- Recommended engines: Single Stage - D12-5; Two-Stage: Booster - D12-0, 2nd Stage D12-7.
- Projected altitude: 1790 ft.
- Requires Estes Maxi™ Launch Rod.
| Flight Date: | 2011-09-24 |
| Rocket Name: | Estes CC Express |
| Kit Name: | Estes - CC Express {Kit} (1302) |
| Flyer's Name: | Todd Lewis |
| Motors: | D12-0 |
| Expected Altitude: | 1,000 Feet |
| Wind Speed: | 10.00 mph |
| Launch Site: | DART, San Diego |
| Actual Altitude: | 750 Feet |
Loaded the wrong motor. 
The chute deployed while the rocket was still at full speed, resulting in two shrouds ripping from the plastic parachute. The rocket returned too quickly as a result, breaking one fin on impact, and cracking another. Repairs made in the field.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes D12-0 |
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