This is a set of ten Comete 55 model rocket motors packaged for retail sale. They are made of pasteboard and contain non-explosive propellant which burns for 7 seconds. A motor is used only once to power a model rocket. The L'Avion de France firm in France manufactured them.
G. Harry Stine donated this artifact 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
France
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Manufacturer
L'Avion de France
Dimensions
Other: 3 1/4in. x 3 1/4in. x 1 1/4in. (8.3 x 8.26 x 3.18cm)
Materials
Motors are pasteboard w/non-explosive propellant. Storage box ins cardboard.
Inventory Number
A19930444000
Credit Line
Gift of G. Harry Stine
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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