{"product_id":"estes-alpha-iii-beginner-rocket","title":"Estes Alpha III: Beginner Rocket","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin the hundreds of thousands of people who got their start in model rockets with this classic! The first rocket in the Beginner level series, the high-flying Alpha III was designed with beginners in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black body tube, fluorescent orange nose cone and one piece fin unit is easy-to-assemble and fun to fly! With nothing needed more than everyday household supplies and some glue, you'll be ready for liftoff in under an hour. Using standard Estes engines (sold separately), watch as the Alpha III soars to 1150 feet high. Once the rocket reaches its peak altitude, it will gently return to earth on its brightly colored, matching orange 12 inch parachute. Whether you're a first time rocketeer or a long time flyer, the Alpha III is a true classic that should be in everyones' collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD:\u003c\/b\u003e Scissors, pencil, ruler, sandpaper, carpenters glue and hobby knife. (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH (sold separately):\u003c\/b\u003e Estes model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding. Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" bordercolor=\"black\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eADDITIONAL INFORMATION\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended Engines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=product_info\u0026amp;products_id=58356\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e1\/2A6-2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=advanced_search_result\u0026amp;search_in_description=1\u0026amp;keyword=EST1598\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eA8-3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=product_info\u0026amp;products_id=58358\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eA8-5\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=product_info\u0026amp;products_id=58361\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eB4-4\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=product_info\u0026amp;products_id=58363\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eB6-4\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=advanced_search_result\u0026amp;search_in_description=1\u0026amp;keyword=EST1607\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eB6-6\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=product_info\u0026amp;products_id=58367\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eC6-5\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=product_info\u0026amp;products_id=58368\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eC6-7\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eProjected Max Altitude\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1150 ft. (351 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecovery System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 in. (30.5 cm) Parachute\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLength\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.1 in. (30.7 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e.98 in. (25 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEstimated Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 oz. (34 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEstimated Assembly Time\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Hour (painting and glue drying time not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFin Materials\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDecal Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelf-stick\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLaunch System\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIncludes \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hpd.ca\/index.php?main_page=product_info\u0026amp;products_id=58512\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePorta-Pad II and Electron Beam Launch Controller\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLaunch Rod Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge Recommendation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEstes model rocketry is recommended for boys and girls ages 10+ with adult supervision for those under 12, and rocketeers of all ages.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLevel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"HPD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45437889380609,"sku":"Est1256","price":39.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/4644\/4092\/files\/IMG-0032.jpg?v=1721832679","url":"https:\/\/docs-hobby-shop.myshopify.com\/products\/estes-alpha-iii-beginner-rocket","provider":"Docs hobby shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}