Re: Need a material for my space-rocket !

From: jbuch (jbuch_at_CUTHERErevealed.net)
Date: 10/26/04 

Date: Tue, 26 Oct 2004 07:33:08 -0500

Karl-Hugo Weesberg wrote:

> I want to send a rocket into outer space, but iron and copper seem to
> be too heavy.What material should I use for my rocket?

Ground up old airplanes might be light enough.

Or, ground up old ridid airships.

There is a large airfield in Arizona where there are thousands of old
airplaines and you may be able to get some cheaply.

Blast Off!

Jim

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