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Rocket, Flying Model Kit, Mark III, Aurora Plastics

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    Object Details

    Manufacturer

    Aurora Plastics Corp.

    Summary

    This is an unassembled interceptor missile flying model rocket in its original box, which was made by Aurora Plastics. The interceptor missile did not exist in reality. The rocket body is plastic. The kit also contains three bags of "liquid fuel" pellets to propel the model and a plastic launch stand.
    G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of model rockets, donated this artifact to NASM in 1973.

    Credit Line

    Gift of G. Harry Stine

    Inventory Number

    A19930627000

    Restrictions & Rights

    Usage conditions apply

    Type

    MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

    Materials

    Cardboard, Plastic, Unknown Chemicals (Likely Alum and Baking Soda), Paper, Steel

    Dimensions

    Other: 5 3/4 x 13 x 4in. (14.6 x 33 x 10.2cm)

    Country of Origin

    United States of America

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    National Air and Space Museum Collection

    Data Source

    National Air and Space Museum

    Metadata Usage

    Not determined

    Link to Original Record

    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv96cb783d8-1318-4314-b6c4-9a29f3241f4b

    Record ID

    nasm_A19930627000

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