Flight Log - 2011-09-06 - Matthew Bond's Estes Der Blue Max
Estes Der Red Max modified with a 24mm motor mount and the Blue Max paint sceme. Blue Max decals from Excelsior.
| Flight Date: | 2011-09-06 |
| Rocket Name: | Estes Der Blue Max |
| Kit Name: | Estes - Der Red Max {Kit} (651) [2007-] |
| Flyer's Name: | Matthew Bond |
| Motors: | D12-5 |
| Expected Altitude: | 1,220 Feet |
| Launch Site: | Lucerne Dry Lakebed |
First Flight of the 24mm Blue Max. Great boost, fast and high. Arcing over at the top of the climb, still going up at ejection. Good chute, minimal drift, got under it and missed the catch. Lakebed landing, no damage. Brand new Nomex heat shield looking a little charred in the middle.
| Stage | Motor(s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | Estes D12-5 |
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