This is a cheap, minimum-diameter BT-20 rocket from Estes that I got for my streamer duration flight. I just couldn't get a 30 second flight from my BT-50 rockets (Alpha III, Yellow Jacket) on a B6 motor, so I built this one. After some internal debate I decided to go ahead and paint it, and I even put on the decals. Used a somewhat longer shock cord and a thrust ring instead of the external motor clip.
Status: Lost.
| Flt | Date | Motor | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1) | 7/12/97 | B6-6 | Streamer duration flight for NARTREK Bronze level. Lasted 36 seconds. |
| 2) | 7/13/97 | B6-6 | Minor fin damage landing in driveway. |
| 3) | 7/17/97 | C6-5 | |
| 4) | 8/02/97 | B6-6 | Straight up launch, out of sight. Lost. |
Pictures
Reliant before its first flight.
