Flight Log - 2011-07-15 - Justin Stotter's Vigilante (Clone)

Built using parts from Semroc and instructions from JimZ. Added Semroc baffle, Kevlar tether, and custom vented 18" mylar parachute.

Flight Date: 2011-07-15
Rocket Name: Vigilante (Clone)
Kit Name: Estes - Vigilante {Kit} (1278) [1976-1983]
Flyer's Name: Justin Stotter
Motors: B6-0, B6-4
Wind Speed: 8.00 mph
Launch Site: SVSU

Adjusted launch rod at a very slight angle to compensate for wind. Rocket flew in a large arc into the wind, ending about 45 degrees from horizontal. "Good show!" claimed the spectators. Booster fell to the pavement with some paint chipping on a fin edge. Main rocket landed softly in the grass.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes B6-0

 

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