The Alpha is the quintessential rocket to use to teach model rocketry! For over 40 years, the Estes Alpha has been the first rocket for millions of model rocket enthusiasts and it still is! This Estes original is the most-used rocket for schools and youth groups around the world. The AlphaâÃÂÃÂs got all you need in one sleek design, so no wonder itâÃÂÃÂs the most popular educational rocket we have!
The Alpha is simply the best rocket, bar none, for beginners and experienced student rocketeers. ItâÃÂÃÂs got everything you need âÃÂàbalsa wood fins, molded nose cone, engine mount, parachute recovery and self-stick decals. The Alpha is ideal for illustrating basic rocket stability principles. Besides having an aerodynamic design, it is a very reliable launcher that can use a wide variety of engines. When your students build the Awesome Alpha, they will acquire many new modeling skills and experience teamwork and safety at the launch field.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenterâÃÂÃÂs glue, hobby knife, masking tape, primer (white) and paint (red, white). (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)
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