Estes (Astron) Space Plane (K-3 or #1203) Basic Information.
Estes Industries
MODEL NAME:
Astron Space Plane Also known as: Space Plane
NUMBER:
K-3 or #1203
Introduced: 1961
Final Year: 1972
Designer: Vern Estes, John Shutz
Type: Rocket Glider, Payload
Motor Mount: 1x18mm
Recovery: Glide
Stages: 1
Length: 10"
Diameter: 0.765"
Span: 9"
Weight: 0.5 oz
Mfg. Description: A completely new concept in the field of rocket powered models. Not recommended for beginners in model rocketry as this kit must be assembled with precision and care. (Estes 1961 Catalog)
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Rocket powered glider -- ascends vertically, then glides to a gentle landing. The most successful boost glider ever developed. Winner of more first prizes than all other designs combined. Set new world's record at NARAM-4, broke the record again at COLREG-1. Every senior division record has been set with a Space Plane.
The Space Place features easy and accurate adjustment of glide characteristics and a payload compartment large enough to handle small biological specimens and other scientific objects.
The Astron Space Plane is easy to launch, and with proper care, can last for over fifty flights. This kit is recommended for the experienced modeler, and must be assembled with precision and care. (Estes 1963 Catalog)
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Rocket powered glider -- ascends vertically, then glides to a gentle landing. The most successful boost-glider ever developed, the Space Plane wins duration contests with amazing regularity. The Space Place features easy and accurate adjustment of glide characteristics and a payload compartment large enough to handle small biological specimens and other scientific objects. The Astron Space Plane is easy to launch, and with proper care, will give you unlimited flying enjoyment. This kit is recommended for the experienced modeler, and must be assembled with precision and care. (Engines not included.) (Estes 1964 Catalog)
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1966 Catalog text identical to 1964 Catalog
1967 Catalog text identical to 1964 Catalog
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America's No.1 Contest Winner and Record Holder!
Rocket powered glider -- ascends vertically, then glides to a gentle landing. The most successful boost-glider ever developed, the Space Plane wins duration contests with amazing regularity. The Space Place features easy and accurate adjustment of glide characteristics and a payload compartment large enough to handle small biological specimens and other scientific objects. The Astron Space Plane is easy to launch, and with proper care, will give you unlimited flying enjoyment. This kit is recommended for the experienced modeler, and must be assembled with precision and care. (Engines not included.) (Estes 1968 Catalog)
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Historic duration winner and record holder, the Space Plane is one of the most successful boost-gliders ever developed. Ascends vertically under rocket power, then glides safely back to earth. The Space Plane gives unlimited flight enjoyment. Features accurate glide adjustments plus a payload section for small specimens. Recommended for the experienced modeler. (Kit includes TR-4, but no engines.) (Estes 1969 Catalog)
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