Estes Flying Model Rocket Kit Mini "A" Heli 7272
Be ready to challenge your building skills with the Mini "A" Heli! A "competition ready helicopter recovery” rocket is joining the Estes line and will challenge your building skills to get the "blades" just right for a maximum duration descent of 45-60 seconds in dead air. Powered by an A10-3T, this rocket is just waiting to be added to your collection.
Skill Level 4 Expert
Length: 17 in. (43.2cm)
Diameter: 0.54 in. (14mm)
Rotor Diameter: 24.2in (61.5cm)
Estimated Weight: 0.76oz (21.5g)
Laser Cut Wood Fins
Helicopter Recovery
1/8" Launch Lug
Estimated Assembly Time 5 Hours (painting and glue drying time not included) Download Instructions
Recommended Engine: A10-3T
Projected Max Altitude - 400 ft.(122 m)
Model Rocket Kits are rated by Skill Level
1 Beginner
2 Intermediate
3 Advanced
4 Expert
5 Master
If you are just starting in the hobby start at the beginner level and move up from there at your own pace.
What is needed to build and fly
All model rockets come in kit form that require assembly. The materials are primarily cardboard tubes, balsa or plastic fins and nose cone. Materials will vary by model and are typically specified in the description of each kit.
Additional supplies will be necessary to build and finish your model rocket kit and may include:
Scissors, Hobby Knife
Ruler
Wood Glue, Model Cement or CA(Super Glue)
Sandpaper
Masking Tape
Finishing Supplies like:
Wood Filler
Sealer/Primer
Paint
Launching Equipment and Supplies like:
Recovery wadding
Launch Pad
Launch Controller
Power supply
Model Rocket Motors and Igniters
A safe place to fly using guidelines from the National Association of Rocketry Safety Code
