Estes™ Industries Alpha III Launch Set

Description

• A true classic, the Alpha III was the first rocket in the Beginner level series
• Designed with pre-colored parts and self-stick decals, you'll be ready for liftoff in under an hour
• The launch set includes the Porta-Pad II launch pad and Electron Beam launch controller
• Engines and recovery wadding sold separately
• The first rocket in the Beginner level series, the high-flying Alpha III was designed with beginners in mind
• Renown for its classic good looks, simple assembly, and excellent performance, the Alpha III is one of the model rocketry's best-known and most-loved designs
• The black body tube, fluorescent orange nose cone and one piece fin unit makes this rocket easy-to-assemble and fun to fly
• With nothing needed more than everyday household supplies and some glue, you'll be ready for lift-off in minutes
• Using standard Estes engines (sold separately), watch as the Alpha III soars to 1100 feet high
• Once the rocket reaches its peak altitude, it will gently return to earth on its brightly colored, matching orange 12 inch parachute
• WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, sandpaper, carpenters glue and hobby knife
• (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.) WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad with a 1/8 inch launch rod and Electron Beam launch controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding
• Four 1.5 V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).