This is an unassembled Astron Nighthawk flying rocket model built by Estes Industries. The model has a pasteboard and plastic body, balsa nosecone and fins, and a cloth streamer. A solid propellant rocket motor propels the model, and then at the end of the vertical flight it forces the release of the streamer. The model is then retrieved and can be used again. Not included in this kit are the motor, the launch controller that is used to ignite the motor, and the launch pad from which the model is launched.

This model was donated by G. Harry Stine, one of the American pioneers in the hobby of flying models.

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

Estes Industries, Inc.

Dimensions

Overall: 1ft 1in. x 6 1/2in. x 1 1/2in. (33.02 x 16.51 x 3.81cm)

Materials

Wood, Paper, Plastic, Cardboard, Rubber, Cotton, Lead, Steel, Adhesive

Inventory Number

A19930661000

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply
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