Exciting Turbo-Action Helicopter Recovery. SkyWinder transforms from a rocket to a helicopter in flight.
Flight Date: | 2013-05-26 |
Rocket Name: | SkyWinder |
Kit Name: | Estes - Skywinder {Kit} (2077) [1993-2002] |
Flyer's Name: | Steve Lindeman |
Motors: | B6-4 |
Wind Speed: | 5.00 mph |
Launch Site: | Francis Park - Lansing, MI |
Good boost was all. When ejection charge fired one blade did not open. Rocket came down hard and bent center tube again. Also popped a blade on impact. Will need to replace or repair tube again and install new rubber bands in blades.
Stage | Motor(s) |
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1 | Estes B6-4 |