The Estes Mongoose is the perfect first time experience for a newbie who wants to fly a two stage rocket, and can be flown also as a single stage rocket.

Recovery is with a colorful preassembled parachute.

Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12. Unless otherwise specified, all models require assembly. Tools, construction and finishing supplies sold separately. In order to launch, a launch system, model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding are required - sold separately-unless otherwise specified.

Length: 67 cm
Diameter: 25 mm
Weight (without motor): 65 gr
Recovery: 30 cm plastic parachute
Fins: plastic
Launch rod required: 3 mm

Recommended Engines:
Single Stage: A8-3 (First Flight), B4-4, B6-4, C6-5 
Two Stage: Booster B6-0 (First Flight), C6-0. Upper Stage: A8-5 (First Flight) B6-6, C6-7

WHAT YOU NEED TO BUILD IT: Scissors, pencil, ruler, fine sandpaper, carpenter’s glue, plastic cement, hobby knife, masking tape, primer, paint. (Tools, construction and finishing supplies not included.)

WHAT YOU NEED TO LAUNCH IT (sold separately): Estes Porta-Pad II Launch Pad or Klima Launch Pad with 5 mm launch rod, Estes Electron Beam Launch Controller or Klima Launch Controller, model rocket engines, starters and recovery wadding.
Four 1.5V high quality AA alkaline batteries are also required for launch controller (not included).