July Rocket Launch with Pack 503
Well we missed the SoAR launch for the month of July, but made it up with a launch with our Cub Scout Pack on July 11, 2009. We took the bulk of our fleet with us and had every intention of launching as many rockets as possible. However, due to field conditions, grass was rather high, we were cautious and only launched four rockets.
First up was Cole’s modified Estes Ricochet. The rocket was modified with a Cub Scout theme in mind and placed second place in the best in show category. The rocket was launched on B6-4 engine and suffered minor damage. Two fins were separated from the body (losing one).
Next up was Jill’s Estes Skywriter on a B4-4 engine. This rocket flew a very “pointed” path straight into the morning sky. With a fully deployed parachute, the rocket suffered no damage and was easily recovered.
Next up was a rocket Connor built from an Estes Customizer kit, affectionately named the Army Rocket. Flying on a B6-4 engine this was the maiden voyage for the Army Rocket. Like everything that Connor has built so far, it was golden. A perfect flight. Fully deployed parachute and also easily recovered.
Last up was Cole’s Estes Converter rocket on a C6-5. This rocket was by far the largest of the day and provided the boys (and parents) with lots of ooooo’s and ah’s. Though recovered, this rocket did land in the high grass area and was slightly difficult to retrieve.
Although our launches were limited it was a fun day watching the other rockets soar. And viewing the wonderful designs the boys came up with for the best in show competition.
First up was Cole’s modified Estes Ricochet. The rocket was modified with a Cub Scout theme in mind and placed second place in the best in show category. The rocket was launched on B6-4 engine and suffered minor damage. Two fins were separated from the body (losing one).
Next up was Jill’s Estes Skywriter on a B4-4 engine. This rocket flew a very “pointed” path straight into the morning sky. With a fully deployed parachute, the rocket suffered no damage and was easily recovered.
Next up was a rocket Connor built from an Estes Customizer kit, affectionately named the Army Rocket. Flying on a B6-4 engine this was the maiden voyage for the Army Rocket. Like everything that Connor has built so far, it was golden. A perfect flight. Fully deployed parachute and also easily recovered.
Last up was Cole’s Estes Converter rocket on a C6-5. This rocket was by far the largest of the day and provided the boys (and parents) with lots of ooooo’s and ah’s. Though recovered, this rocket did land in the high grass area and was slightly difficult to retrieve.
Although our launches were limited it was a fun day watching the other rockets soar. And viewing the wonderful designs the boys came up with for the best in show competition.
