This is an unassembled flying rocket model, made by Vashon Industries. The body of the rocket, parachute, and launch rails are plastic. The fins and nosecone are plastic. The model used freon as a cold gas propellant. G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of model rockets, donated this artifact to NASM 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

Vashon Industries, Inc.

Dimensions

Other: 3 1/4 x 12 3/4 x 4 in., 0.3kg (8.3 x 32.4 x 10.2cm, 5/8lb.)

Materials

Model has aluminum body, balsa fins and nosecone, and plastic launch rails and parachute. Storage box is cardboard and held together with steel staples. Instructions sheet and pamphlet are paper. Glue is included in the kit.

Inventory Number

A19930631000

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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