Quest Flying Model Rocket Kit Icarus QST 2006
The Quest Icarus is the perfect vehicle for dramatic lift-offs and exciting flights. With a 1,400 foot maximum altitude and dual parachutes, the Icarus is as interesting to watch coming down as going up! The Icarus features a plastic nose cone, laser cut balsa fins, a large payload section and impressive decals. Includes both 18mm and 24mm motor mounts.
Quest Level 2 experienced modeler kits require some basic beginner skills in model rocketry construction and finishing. Assembly, finishing and glue drying time can take a day or more.
Recommended for ages 12 to adult. Direct adult supervision is suggested for those under 12 years of age when building or flying model rockets.
Skill Level: 2 Intermediate
Length: 3"(78.7cm)
Diameter: 1.378"(35mm)
Weight: 2.75oz(78g)
14" Dual Parachute Recovery
Laser-Cut Balsa Fins
Self-Adhesive Decals
Flights up to 1400'(427m)
Motor Recommendations:
Quest Q-Jet™ 24mm White Lightning™: D22-4W (1st flight), D22-7W, E26-4W, E26-7W
Quest Q-Jet™ 18mm Black Max™: C12-4FJ (1st flight), C12-6FJ, D16-6FJ
Quest Q-Jet™ 18mm White Lightning™: C18-4W (1st flight), C18-6W, D20-6W
Estes C5-3, C6-5, D12-5
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 that can be found at http://www.nar.org/NARmrsc.html
