Astrobee D test launch in eastern Ontario
My Astrobee D high-powered rocket was launched from an old airfield in eastern Ontario on May 11th, 2012. The 3.25 pound (1.47 kg) rocket carried an advanced electronics package which included my own 'air intake unit' that performed flawlessly. Also inside the payload was five pieces of Canadian mail with 1936 Gerhard Zucker 'First Canadian Rocket-Flight' postage attached. This rocket launch is the second in a series of flights dating back to October of 2011 carrying registered mail on-board.
ASTROBEE D MAY 11th LAUNCH STATISTICS
G's reached: 9.76
Feet per second: 178
Flight Duration: 36 seconds
Altitude: Under 1000 feet
| Flight Date: | 2012-05-11 |
| Rocket Name: | Astrobee D |
| Kit Name: | Aerotech - Astrobee D {Kit} (89015) [1989-] |
| Flyer's Name: | Wilfred Ashley McIsaac |
| Expected Altitude: | 1,100 Feet |
| Launch Site: | Gananoque aerodrome |
ASTROBEE D TEST LAUNCH IN EASTERN ONARIO
The launch on May 11th, 2012 of the Astrobee D rocket by Aerotech was a test of the Astrologger 54 electronics package located inside the payload compartment. The short 36 sec. flight over the old airflied was a success although the heavy rocket (3.25 pounds) reached a minimal altitude due to its heavier payload and smaller engine. The next launch scheduled in July will include the Astrobee D III (c) rocket which carries up to three strap-on boosters. The on-board video camera as well as the launch pad recorder captured a great launch that can be seen on the Rocket Room 101 You Tube channel or Facebook page. http://www.youtube.com/user/artkickstart
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