This is a plastic fin assembly for a flying rocket model. As with fins on real rockets and missiles, the fins on a model rocket help guide it on the correct course after being fired. The manufacturer of this fin assembly, as well as what model rockets it could be used on, are unknown.
G. Harry Stine, an American pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated it to the Museum in 1973.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Manufacturer
Unknown
Dimensions
Other: 5 × 5 × 2 in. (12.7 × 12.7 × 5.1cm)
Materials
Plastic
Inventory Number
A19930790000
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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