2023 Launch Reports

As of this writing (April), it doesn't look as if we're going to get a high-power launch in Elsberry this spring -- too much rain. However, I am planning to make it to at least some of the park launches throughout the year, and am planning to attend Midwest Power for the first time since I got my level 3 there in 2016. It would be nice if we got to fly at Elsberry in the fall, too.

SLRA Park Launch, April 8, 2023, Valley Park MO

Weather conditions: mostly cloudy, clearing throughout the morning; wind E @ 8-14 mph, 54 F, 72% RH

Estes Tazz, B6-4

I initially had a Q-Jet B6-4 in the Tazz, but could not get it to light after three attempts. I'm not sure whether it was a bad motor, corroded clips not getting enough juice to the Q-Jet igniters, or what. I replaced it with an Estes B6-4 and it flew on the second try.

Estes Mega Mosquito, D12-3

Another old reliable rocket - it's flown here many times.

I also brought my new Boosted Bertha along with a Semroc Hawk and my Semroc Orbital Transport, but with the wind picking up I decided not to fly any of those.