August 26th 2001

Most of the parts are now gathered and it is time to begin construction of the Little Joe II Project. The project will be assembled in 4 different segments, the order of which is still to be determined.

LES Rocket
LES Tower and Capsule protective shroud
Capsule
Booster

The LES rocket will by far be the easiest and most conventional part of the project. So it will probably be the first to be built. I do like instant gratification so this will afford me a sense of encouragement to proceed with the rest of the project. I am finishing up the drawing of the nose cone so that I can have it turned in the next week or two.