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This is an early flying rocket model motor test stand made of wood and steel. A wood cylinder is attached by wires to a postage scale. The motor is placed in the center of the wood cylinder and then is ignited. Model Missiles, Inc. probably built this test stand in 1957 or 1958. G. Harry Stine, one of the American pioneers in the field of flying rocket and missile models, donated it to the Museum.

 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-Miscellaneous Dimensions Other: 3 1/2 in. × 2 in. × 5 in. (8.9 × 5.1 × 12.7cm)
 Materials Steel
Plastic
Wood
Paper
Adhesive
 Inventory Number A19930771000 Credit Line Gift of G. Harry Stine Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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