mh9162013
Well-Known Member
The old and current Estes versions of the Saturn 1B have a 2-parachute recovery system. What's especially odd (in my opinion) is how the upper stage/command module section of the Saturb 1B has a special "harness" so it may fall parallel to the ground via 15" parachute.
However, because the kit was designed so the escape tower is removable (for flight), if one were inclined to build their flying model this way, is the special "harness" still necessary? And if not, could one replace the 15" and 18" parachutes that come with the current kit with a single 30" nylon parachute?
However, because the kit was designed so the escape tower is removable (for flight), if one were inclined to build their flying model this way, is the special "harness" still necessary? And if not, could one replace the 15" and 18" parachutes that come with the current kit with a single 30" nylon parachute?