The Village was entertained Sunday afternoon with an exciting model rocket demonstration by Ed Hansen. Ed is an experienced builder and flyer of model rockets, and we appreciate his effort to make this event possible. Fun was had by all, and it's a good event for all ages. We hope Ed will schedule another event in the near future.
Chief Rocket Launcher Makes Ready
Blast Off
Good Recovery
The parachute is ejected and the rocket lands safely. Because of the wind, the drift often times carries the rocket a good distant from launch site. Ed had a good team of recovery men. You should have seen those old guys running after the parachute.
The Big Launch
Back to the Drawing Board
Too bad the charge to eject the parachute failed and the rocket fell to earth without a parachute safe landing. The damage looked bad, but Ed says that repair is possible and the rocket will fly again.
2 comments:
Wow even had a countdown! Looks like great fun there.
Nash, Remember Hickory, NC. Relive your youth!
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