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Old 08-22-2010, 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by CPMcGraw
Even though Pem Tech's rocket is slick and looks well-built (I do think it's a really nice job!), aerodynamically it's just a very large Gyroc with nose-blow/parachute recovery instead of helecopter recovery. Those vertical fins attached to the upper and lower surfaces of the 'wings' are the stabilizing devices to keep the tail shimmy under control.


Funny thing is, it is very stable even without the outboard rudders.



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