[Not displaying correctly? View web version.] | Peak-of-Flight Newsletter #540: | Rocketry seems to continually be moving towards electronics. In the early days of rocketry, none of this existed, but as time has gone on electronic equipment like altimeters, flight computers and dual-deployment systems have continued to grow in popularity. If you want to get started learning a new skill, here’s the basics. We break down: - Tools & Supplies - Anatomy of a basic e-bay - How to solder | Read the rest of this week's article, either on a downloadable PDF for printing out, or on our website (great for viewing on your phone)! Previous issues of our newsletter are found at our archive page. |
Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves! Estes Der Big Red Max | The Der Big Red Max uses 29mm motors inside a 3" diameter airframe, making this the highest flying Der Red Max in the family. This kit contains all laser-cut balsa fins and cardstock centering rings, a (very unique) heavy-duty plastic parachute, thick-wall tube and an unrivaled sticker-type decal sheet and artistic scheme. If you are looking for a visually unique flyer, or a fan of the lore and legend around the Red Baron from WW1, then this rocket is an easy choice. It's a big der. |
Aleda-R Boost/Glider | The Aleda-R is a popular and well-performing boost-glider from J&H Aerospace. The pop-pod is designed for 13mm rocket motors, and boosts this lightweight glider to incredible heights. This rocket can launch on 1/4A up to an A10-3 motor, and features a beautiful glide back to the ground. |
Fliplock Lite Glider | The Fliplock Lite from J&H Aerospace is a single pivot rocket glider that swings its wings into a glider position at motor ejection. What makes it unique is the single pivot point where both halves of the main wing function around. Upon release, these swing from a behind-the-back position to its full span in sync, making it one of the best looking swing wings of its size. |
Estes NASA SLS | This 1/200th scale model of NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) comes completely decorated, and nearly ready to fly! Just attach the parachute and slide in the clear plastic fins, and you're ready for launch. Begin the next journey to the moon with this fun and simple rocket. You can take this kit from the box to the launch pad in just minutes! |
The Quest Q-Jet C18 | What's different about the new Quest Q-Jet C18? Unlike the other Q-Jets, the C18 rocket motor uses the Aerotech White Lightning propellant formulation. Instead of a hidden flame in black smoke, this one belches out a nice white flame that looks spectacular when your rocket is photographed. It is 18mm in diameter, and fits all rockets that would use the regular size Estes motors. This motor is available with 3 different delays. See the available options here: The 4-second The 6-second The 8-second |
The Quest Q-Jet D20 | Do you need a higher thrust motor for a heavier rocket? Then the new Quest D20 single-use motor is right for you. This is a high thrust D motor that will fit your kits that use Estes 18mm diameter motors. No modification is necessary. Just plug it in, and get a great launch. Like the C18, this uses Aerotech's White Lightning propellant formulation, so it is a visual spectical when launched. You'll love it! This motor is available with 3 different delays. See the available options here: The 4-second The 6-second The 8-second |
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| I ordered a 1:70th scale Saturn V from Apogee Components and it only took six days to arrive in NZ from the USA which is great service. I am looking forward to receiving my X-15 rocket plane from Apogee Components and I'll be definitely coming back for all of my rocketry needs, Thanks to everyone at Apogee and have a merry Christmas | |
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