My first Mid-power rocket. The larger than average-size balsa fins require careful preparation and attention to alignment to ensure straight and true flights. A dependable high flyer, I have had several flights on E12-6 motors that lasted more than 2 minutes/30 seconds from take off to touch down using an 18" parachute with a 3" spill hole. A large field and good spotters are necessities when flying this rocket on an E12 motor! (Or, accept the risk of using a smaller chute.)
| Flight Date: | 2020-04-30 |
| Rocket Name: | Hi-Flier XL |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Hi-Flier XL {Kit} (3226) [2012-] |
| Flyer's Name: | Ty Bliss |
| Motors: | D12-5 |
| Launch Site: | CP Sports Field |
Perfect lift off. However, the wind suddenly picked up and changed the flight's direction. Under parachute, it drifted over 600 feet downwind and landed on the roof of a two-story bldg. I was able to safely recover it later that day in perfect condition with the help of a friend whose business is commercial building window washing.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes D12-5 |
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