Flight Log - 2020-05-08 - Hans "Chris" Michielssen's Estes Long Tom
One of the Centuri kits I never ordered in my teens. this is the Estes re=issue from the Classic Series.
Built using Estes BT-55 and BT-50 tubing. Taller than I thought it would be.
| Flight Date: | 2020-05-08 |
| Rocket Name: | Estes Long Tom |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Long Tom {Kit} (003016) |
| Flyer's Name: | Hans "Chris" Michielssen |
| Motors: | Quest Q-Jet B4-4 |
| Expected Altitude: | 300.00 Feet |
| Launch Site: | Schoolyard Soccer field |
| Actual Altitude: | 350.00 Feet |
I thought the altitude would be lower considering the size of the model. It probably got to 350'!
It drifted and drifted some more. I saw it cleared the trees but landed behind a residential fence.
I left a message and phone number on the door. I got a very cordial call about an hour after I got home. The Long Tom was found and left at his front door. I picked up the rocket, left a bottle of wine and a thank you note.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes B4-4 |
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