The supersonic transport (SST) was going to Revolutionize air travel. New York to L. A. in two hours! But there was a problem - these super-fast jets were too noisy. Their thunderous "sonic booms" - faster-than-sound shock waves - were dangerously loud. SST activity over the continental US was banned and super-sonic flights were limited to ocean routes. The Revolution never came. The Low-Boom SST could be the solution. By adjusting certain aircraft features like nose shape, fuselage length, wing surface area, engine power, etc. , the duration and power of the "boom" can be minimized.
The Estes Low-Boom SST is a sleek, 30-inch long, delta-winged model of the next generation of quiet, super-fast passenger jets. This expert-level kit is loaded with features, including intricate, balsa-constructed, underwing engine pods and a large sheet of detailed water-slide decals to complete the look. Launch and watch as the Low-Boom SST climbs to 400 feet on a C6-3 engine and gently returns under a large 15-inch parachute. The SST Revolution might be coming after all!
FEATURES:
- Skill Level: Expert
- Projected Max Altitude: 400 ft. (122 m) on a C6-3.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Length: 30 in. (76.2 cm)
- Diameter: 1.33 in. (34 mm)
- Estimated Weight: 3.8 oz. (107.7 g)
- Recovery: Parachute 15 in. (38.1 cm)
- Recommended Engines: C6-3