Extreme Altitude Rocket Kits

Cirrus

The Cirrus Dart is a specialized super-high-performance kit and should only be used by experienced high power fliers.

This high velocity, 38mm minimum diameter dart is capable of extremely high altitudes with relatively small motors. Perfect for "H" and "I" class altitude attempts.
The Cirrus Dart is a specialized super-high-performance kit and should only be used by experienced high power fliers.
The Cirrus comes with...

Pre-slotted phenolic airframe
G-10 fiberglass fins
Pre-weighted solid nosecone
7.5" Payload Bay

Piston ejection system
Ultra-light nylon parachute
Pre-cut 6 oz fiberglass reinforcement cloth
Explicit instructions

Don`t let its small size fool you, this is NOT a "model" rocket! In fact this rocket can attain higher altitudes than a 4 inch diameter rocket using a "K" motor; and at a small fraction of the cost. See the Motor Specifications Chart in the Spec Sheet section of our website for performance information. This is not a "Skill Level 1" rocket kit. To keep a high velocity, minimum diameter rocket like this together during flight, several important construction steps must be strictly adhered to. But don`t worry, everything you need (except for adhesives and paint) is supplied with the kit. Very explicit, step-by-step instructions are supplied as well. A good quality epoxy laminating resin will be required in addition to your regular 5 minute epoxy (EPY-5MIN). A HAMR motor retainer is not recommended for the Cirrus kit as it will disturb the airflow by projecting beyond the sides of the airframe, negatively impacting the purpose of the Cirrus, low drag and high altitude.

Click here for the complete Data Sheet.

Click here for the kit instructions in PDF format; 114kb

Diameter: 1.5" | Height: 44" | MMT: 38mm (Minimum Dia)
Parachute: 18" | Payload: 7.5"
Fin Array: 3 | Fin Thickness: 0.06"

The CIRRUS is a potentially Mach busting kit for Pre-Cert & Level 1 flights. This rocket stands 44" tall, is 1.5" diameter, and has a 3 fin design. This rocket comes standard with a 38mm (Minimum Dia) motor mount and can fly on F thur I motors. At ~18 oz., the 18" parachute is sized right for the stock kit to make a safe landing under most field conditions. This kit comes standard with our exclusive Linear Rail Lugs for use with 80/20 brand launch rails. The stock airframe is ideal for flights up to approx. 0.85 Mach.

Below you will find a number of upgrade options. Upgrading the parachute size may be necessary if you intend to build heavy or have a hard landing surface (i.e. gravel, pavement, desert playa, etc.). Some motors will accelerate this rocket to transonic or even supersonic velocities. Under these conditions, this kit may require the fin upgrade, foam encapsulation of the fin root, as well as other advanced construction skills.

Upgrades:
Cirrus Dart Parachute Upgrade (For Hard Surface Landings) from 18 to 24 - $4.00

Add now and save:
Epoxy, Quick-Cure (5 min) - $16.99 (Normally $18.99)
Epoxy, Mid-Cure (15 min) - $16.99 (Normally $18.99)
Epoxy, Slow-Cure (30 min) - $16.99 (Normally $18.99)
Adjustable Density Expanding Foam - $16.99 (Normally $18.99)

Motor Recommendations | More Specifications

It is prudent to sim your kit/motor combination using the actual weight of your finished model to determine max velocity, altitude, ejection delay, etc. This will allow you to make an informed decision when selecting a suitable motor for your rocket. Please download and read the PML FAQ and/or consult with a NAR or Tripoli certified member to insure your flights are fun and safe.

$69.95

Quantum Leap II

PML`s "quantum mechanics" have continued to improve one of rocketry`s favorite two-stagers, the Quantum Leap.

The new Quantum Leap II, now with the new Interstage 3000 staging coupler system, is a completely modular two stage rocket. Once you assemble the four basic components, you can combine them to make any of five rocket combinations and can change to any configuration in minutes. The new Interstage 3000 system is much easier to prep and use than the previous interstage coupler design. The IS3000 comes complete with timer mounts and remote safety switch.

Both stages have...

Pre-slotted Quantum Tube airframe

G-10 fiberglass fins

"Kwik-Switch" motor mount

Piston ejection system

Nylon parachute

Also included...

12" payload section

Plastic nosecone

Interstage 3000 stage coupler w/electronics bay*

Explicit instructions

This 2-stage rocket kit is intended for the experienced HPR scratch builder intending to supply his/her own electronic parachute deployment system into the sustainer stage. NOTE: The following chart lists configurations of this kit that may be flown as it is received stock from PML. However, your addition of an electronic deployment system may/will make some of these configurations unavailable, depending upon the design of your system.

1: Nosecone 2: Upper (sustainer) stage 3: Payload section 4: Interstage coupler 5: Booster stage

Configuration Components Length Notes

A 1,3,5 49.25" Booster stage requires use of payload section for stability

B 1,2 49.25"

C 1,3,2 61.25"

D 1,2,4,5 75.75" Upper stage requires electronic ignition **

E 1,3,2,4,5 87.75" Upper stage requires electronic ignition **

Interstage Coupler...

Interstage Couplers are used to house staging timers and to connect the upper and lower stages together. The Interstage 3000, the latest version from PML, is used in our two-stage rocket kits. Using an IS3000 system from PML is a quick, simple solution to an often-difficult design problem.

Easy to assemble

Easy to prep

Standardized design allows easy timer swapping into other 3000 equipped rockets.

Designed to be used with the Perfect Flite Timer4.

Includes everything shown in drawing "Interstage 3000 System" below, except timer.

Easy to follow, detailed instructions

Interstage 3000 Coupler Detail

*This rocket is intended for experienced flyers only! A good understanding of proper motor selection and staging techniques is mandatory when flying any multi-stage rocket. We strongly urge you not to fly this kit without an electronic parachute deployment system installed into the sustainer stage. Failure to do so will allow the sustainer stage to fall to earth without recovery deployment if the sustainer motor fails to ignite. If you are unsure about designing and installing your own electronic parachute deployment system, consider buying the Quantum Leap 3000 kit, which contains the electronic deployment components (except altimeter) as standard. To purchase a Quantum Leap 3000 kit already equipped with the CPR3000 Dual-Deployment Recovery System, click here.

Click here to see a photo of the Quantum Leap under boost in 2-stage configuration!

Diameter: 3.0" | Height: 91.5" (fully configured) | MMT: 54mm Kwik-Switch
Parachute: 48" & 30" | Payload: 12"
Fin Array: 8 total | Fin Thickness: 0.06"

The QUANTUM LEAP II is an awesome two stage kit for Level 1 and 2 flights. This rocket stands 91.5" (fully configured) tall, is 3.0" diameter, and has a 8 total fin design. This rocket comes standard with a 54mm Kwik-Switch motor mount and can fly on H thru J motors. At ~116 oz. (fully Configured), the 48" & 30" parachute is sized right for the stock kit to make a safe landing under most field conditions. This kit comes standard with our exclusive Linear Rail Lugs for use with 80/20 brand launch rails. The stock airframe is ideal for flights up to approx. 0.85 Mach.

Upgrades:
Quantum Leap II Chute Upgrade (For Hard Surface Landings) from 30&48 to 36&54 - $16.00
Q-Leap Upgrade, Add (2) HAMR-KS Motor Retainers now and Save 15% - $79.80
Substitute Phenolic Airframe (for DIY fiberglassing only; see Complete FAQ) - $8.00
Upgrade to Pre-Glassed Phenolic Airframe for Q-Leap II - $146.00

Motor Recommendations | More Specifications

$289.95

Co-Pilot v3.0 Altimeter

The Co-Pilot was designed to integrate perfectly with our CPR3000 based rockets or your own custom e-bay design!

PML Co-Pilot Version 3 Altimeter:

The Public Missiles Ltd. Co-Pilot v3 altimeter was developed exclusively for Public Missiles Ltd. by Missile Works Corp., and was designed specifically for PML’s CPR3000 Recovery System (though it can also be used in other applications as well, such as scratch-built deployment systems).

PHYSICAL AND OPERATIONAL FEATURES

Same footprint as the original Co-Pilot and Co-Pilot v2.0.
Works just like the original Co-Pilot and Co-Pilot v2.0 in default mode right out of the package, but has MANY new advanced features such as Drogue Delay, Main Delay, multiple Main AGL settings, a programmable “Aux” terminal (and more!) that are user-configurable (see link to instructions below for details)
Works perfectly with any PML CPR-3000, CPR-MAX kit, or a custom design of your own
15 flight memory at up to 28 minutes recording per flight
USB connection port (requires user-provided USB-A to Mini- B cable). Programing and flight data inspection via PC or laptop becomes a snap with the free mDACS software available below*
Optional LCD display allows for quick configuration and read-out at the field*
Sea level to 40,000 MSL operational capability
Clearly marked, dedicated "large-screw" compression terminals for connecting On/Off switch and ejection charges
On-board 9volt battery with heavy-duty mount and lockdown
* Please note that access to the Base Settings is made available via the CP3 DIP switch and pushbutton interface. The value of all these settings can be verified or reconfigured at any time without the use of the optional LCD Terminal (available only directly from Missile Works at this time here ) or PC USB interface. They provide a “manual” way to set up the CP3. However, the easiest and fastest way to configure the CP3 and review flight data is via the optional LCD Terminal Module or via the free mDACS PC software available below.
FUNCTIONAL, DIAGNOSTIC, AND DATA FEATURES
Interactive menu programming and operation via pushbutton, DIP switches and LED or using the optional LCD terminal or USB connection to a PC
All User setpoints are stored in non-volatile EEPROM
All flight data is stored in non-volatile FLASH memory for post-flight recall, even across power cycles
Complete on-board diagnostic capability, including battery voltage, baro sensor, input and output test modes, and more.
Post-flight log data such as peak AGL elevation, peak velocity, time to apogee, and more!
Click here for the latest PML Co-Pilot v3 Altimeter Instructions in PDF format.
Click here for the latest version of mDACS software.

Diameter: Fits within a 1.5" tube | Height: 5" | MMT: n/a
Parachute: n/a | Payload: n/a
Fin Array: n/a | Fin Thickness: n/a

Motor Recommendations | More Specifications

PML Extreme Altitude Rocket Kits are a great challenge for the experienced rocketeer.

$69.95

$289.95

$134.95