Flight Log - 2013-08-28 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Carded Downscale Sentinel 13mm

Bob Harrington designed downscale of the Estes Sentinal kit.

Originally had a MMX engine mount, but that was pulled for 13mm engine use. MMX just didn't have enough power for a worthwhile altitude.

Flight Date: 2013-08-28
Rocket Name: Carded Downscale Sentinel 13mm
Flyer's Name: Hans "Chris" Michielssen
Motors: Estes 1/2A3-4t
Expected Altitude: 300.00 Feet
Launch Site: Schoolyard Soccer field
Actual Altitude: 425.00 Feet

Surprising altitude performance with just a 1/2A engine. Much better than the MMX engine.

StageMotor(s)
1MPC 1/2A3-M-4

 

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