Estes Hi-Flier XL, #3226 Build, Part 1 Parts

This is the XL version of the original BT-20 Estes Hi Flier.

I understand the smaller Hi-Flier is a best seller. It makes great sense for Estes to produce the upscale. A standard three fin, nose cone design built around the strong BT-60 tube.

All parts are high quality including an 18" parachute, two 11.25" long BT-60 tubes and a thick walled BT-50 engine mount tube.




I'll be adding a homemade Centuri style baffle using the red coupler.

The 1/8" thick balsa fins are large. The wood is pieced together and laser cut.





There are enough decals for both sides of the three fins.
Look closely between the grey bands and you can make out the the white ink areas.