Flight Log - 2015-09-12 - Mark S's Nighthawk

Slightly modified motor pod pylon, plastic NC-20, no canards

Flight Date: 2015-09-12
Rocket Name: Nighthawk
Kit Name: Estes - Nighthawk {Kit} (34) [1967-1973]
Flyer's Name: Mark S
Motors: A8-3
Launch Site: Rio Rancho

I adjusted the CG to about 1" ahead of the trailing edge. Boost was straight, arced over during coast, tumbled before separation. Glide was pretty good in light of the low separation altitude. Fabric-elastic shock cord burned through.

StageMotor(s)
1Estes A8-3

 

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