June 14th Mill Springs Launch

Published on June 14, 2014

The June 14th launch at Mill Springs began with very light and favorable winds that held throughout the day and attributed to a very good turnout. There were at least 148 rockets launched by over 40 participants with many family and friends providing range support. The day saw 24 first flights with many interesting designs. There were only a few final flights as calm winds, a few updrafts, and a wind favoring the length of the field kept most recoveries only a short walk.

The most popular motor choice was the A8-3 while B6-4s and C6-5s were also frequently ignited. Remarkable launches included a Mega Der Red Max launched twice (G76W & G53F), some really good drag races throughout the day, an R/C boost glider piloted by David Fields who also launched a 3 cluster rocket, some really really old and rare rockets, some beautiful scale models, a Starbucks up cup, a Funky Chunky, and a workhorse of a rocket named Bob.

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