Quest Astra III™ Flying Model Rocket Launch Set – Q1407

A great way to get started in model rocketry!

The Astra III Flying Model Rocket Starter Set combines the rugged Astra III Quick-Kit with a complete launch system. The launch equipment can be used to continue your model rocket adventure and fly the entire fleet of Quest model rockets.

The Astra III rocket is easy-to-assemble and features colored body tubes, plastic nose cone and molded plastic fin-can assembly, plus Kevlar/elastic shock cord system, quick-release motor mount, self-adhesive decals and 14 inch recovery parachute.

The Lift-Off Launch Pad has tilt adjustment, rocket stand-off, 36-inch two-piece launch rod, and a metal blast deflector. The Q2 Launch Controller features blinking LED arming lamp, beeping “armed” alarm, and launch key with safety flag. One 9-volt snap-top Lithium battery is required for the launch controller operation – Not Included.

To complete your launch set, you will need to purchase Q-Jet™ model rocket motors separately. Q-Jet™ motors include FirstFire Micro™ initiators and bright orange parachute recovery wadding.  Complete Q-Jet Launch Packs include everything you need to get your initial launch day activity started off right!

Some assembly required and instructions for assembly and use included. You will be ready to launch in 30 to 45 minutes. Packaged in a sturdy reusable range operations box.

Recommended for ages 10 to adult. Direct adult supervision is suggested for those under 12 years of age when building or flying model rockets.

• Specifications:

  Skill Level 1

  Length: 15 in. (38.1 cm)

  Diameter: 1.181 in. (30 mm / T30)

  Weight: 2.0 oz. (56.7 g)

  Recovery: 14 in. Parachute

  Fins: Quick-Kit Plastic Fins

  Décor: Self-adhesive Decals

  Flights up to 1,200 ft. (366 m)

  Uses Quest Q-Jet™ Black Max™: A3-4FJ (1st flight), B4-4FJ, C12-6FJ, C12-8FJ, D16-6FJ, D16-8FJ rocket motors.

  Uses Quest Q-Jet™ White Lightning™: B6-4W, C18-6W, C18-8W, D20-6W, D20-8W rocket motors.

  Other brands of model rocket motors, with a similar motor type (power) designation, should be OK for use in this product.