Flight Log - 2012-01-14 - Karl Brandt's Super Big Bertha

This is a rough copy of a Super Big Bertha from the instructions that I found online. I added an ejection baffle and made through-the-wall fins from basswood.

Flight Date: 2012-01-14
Rocket Name: Super Big Bertha
Kit Name: Estes - Super Big Bertha {Kit} (2018) [1989-1993,2000]
Flyer's Name: Karl Brandt
Motors: F24-4W
Expected Altitude: 754.00 Feet
Wind Speed: 5.00 mph
Launch Site: Sapodilla Rd.

There was some weathercocking. Ejection about 2 seconds after apogee. Landed 250' down wind (SE). A fin was knocked off on landing. 

StageMotor(s)
1Aerotech F24W-4

 

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