- The following picture shows the parts that go into a typical model rocket.
Usually made of balsa wood or plastic, helps to direct airflow smoothly around rocket.
Area for electronics, cameras, eggs, or any other load allowed by the safety code.
Usually made of paper/ plastic or any other crushable material, it's the basic airframe to which all other parts are attached.
A parachute, streamer or any other device or system that will safely return the model.
Small tube that fits over a rod to help keep the model stable during the first few feet of flight.
Keeps hot ejection gasses from damaging the recovery system.
Usually made of balsa wood or plastic, and located at the rear of the rocket, fins are what keep a model rocket flying straight up.
Holds the engine securely.