Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
apogeerockets.com/Newsletter-Subscribe?
In this video, we’ll give you a quick overview of the purpose and design of spill holes in model rocket parachutes. A spill hole is a small opening cut into the canopy to stabilize descent, but it also has implications for your rocket’s performance. You’ll learn:
Why spill holes matter: How they reduce parachute oscillations and improve landing consistency.
The trade-offs: How a spill hole can be used to increase descent speed and minimize wind drift.
Practical design tips: How to calculate parachute descent rate based on spill hole size.
Why Watch?
Whether you’re troubleshooting unstable parachutes or optimizing recovery systems, this video provides actionable insights to:
Great information for beginners on cutting spill holes into chute canopies
Make informed choices about parachute modifications.
How RockSim can be used to quickly see the results of cutting a spill hole into a chute.
Balance stability and descent speed for your project.
apogeerockets.com/Newsletter-Subscribe?
In this video, we’ll give you a quick overview of the purpose and design of spill holes in model rocket parachutes. A spill hole is a small opening cut into the canopy to stabilize descent, but it also has implications for your rocket’s performance. You’ll learn:
Why spill holes matter: How they reduce parachute oscillations and improve landing consistency.
The trade-offs: How a spill hole can be used to increase descent speed and minimize wind drift.
Practical design tips: How to calculate parachute descent rate based on spill hole size.
Why Watch?
Whether you’re troubleshooting unstable parachutes or optimizing recovery systems, this video provides actionable insights to:
Great information for beginners on cutting spill holes into chute canopies
Make informed choices about parachute modifications.
How RockSim can be used to quickly see the results of cutting a spill hole into a chute.
Balance stability and descent speed for your project.
