Alpha Flying Model Rocket Kit – Estes #1225

This is a brand new Estes ALPHA Flying Model Rocket Kit. This kit is rated Intermediate(Item #1225). The motors, launch pad and launch supplies are not included. When a rocket has been sold to millions of model rocketeers for over 3 decades, there has to be a reason. With its high quality components, easy assembly and reliable performance, the Estes Alpha has become the all time leading entry level rocket. With a rocket this well known you are bound to get compliments from fellow rocketeers on choosing such a thoroughbred. The Alpha is a classic Skill Level 1 kit that includes a one piece body tube, laser cut balsa fins and an aerodynamic nose cone that completes the sleek look. Building this speed merchant takes about an hour and flying is just as easy and enjoyable as building this classic. When powered with a C engine, the rocket can reach cloud topping altitudes of 1,000′ (305 m). Recovery of this aerodynamic wonder is accomplished with a colorful 12″ (30 cm) preassembled parachute. It’s suggested color scheme and classy red, white and blue decals are as American as you can get. You’ll feel patriotic building this sleek and colorful rocket as well as flying it. WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter’s glue, hobby knife, masking tape, primer (white), paint (red, white). (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.) WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately): Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller, Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding. Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included). A great addition for any rocketry enthusiast, and makes a wonderful gift! Payments must be received within 7 calendar days of auction close. We process auctions, purchases and ship Tuesday through Friday ( excluding holidays) Shipment can be expected within 24 hours of PayPal payment confirmation (Tuesday – Friday). Defective items may be returned within 30 days of auction close. Buyer must request from seller Return Merchandise Authorization prior to returning any item. All items are checked for defects prior to shipment. However, we may not be able to identify all defects. We will do our best to replace items or refund your money upon return of the item within 30 days of close of auction or purchase. We will gladly combine shipping on multiple purchases. Please contact us with any questions. Email / eBay messages will be answered T-F; 12pm – 4pm CST We have more items for sale and auctions in our eBay Store. Please visit us at: Hobby Time Hobby Shop Shipping Hobby Time ships Monday through Friday excluding US holidays. We prepare, pack and electronically notify our shippers of the shipment of your order each “Shipping Day” between 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Central time zone Tuesday through Friday (excluding holidays and vacations). Orders released for shipment prior to 3:00 pm are processed on that day. Transfer of Parcels – 7:00pm to 9:30 am Parcels are delivered to the various carriers after the close of our Business Day, between 7:00 pm of the “Shipping Day’ and 9:30 am the following morning. Worst Case example: If you place an order and it is released by PayPal for shipment after 3:00 pm on the Friday afternoon before a Monday Holiday, that order will be processed the next “Shipping Day” which is the following Tuesday. (Friday evening, Saturday Sunday and the Monday holiday are not shipping days) USPS Express Mail (2-3 business day delivery in the U.S.) Depending on when your order is submitted and PayPal releases the order to us as “OK to ship”, the time of delivery that eBay estimates may not be valid as the actual “Guaranteed Delivery” time of the United States Postal Service. The difference often varies 24 hours or more. The USPS only guarantees delivery for an Express Parcel after the shipping fee is paid to them and the label printed by the shipper . We have no control over the USPS and make NO Guarantees beyond the USPS Guaranteed Delivery time. When your order is processed during our “Shipping Day” the label is printed and tracking information is provided to you “the customer” through eBay. The customer can then view the actual Guaranteed Delivery time by entering the tracking number on USPS.com. ORDER CANCELLATION Please order with care. Once an order has been processed it cannot be canceled.