Level 1 rocket certificate.

[Skyboom]

Thinking of getting mine. Also registering with NAR. I could use advice on a first entry level 1 rocket. Unfortunately we don't have FAA clearance to launch high power rockets.

[Alpha]

Are in you BC Canada? I'm unsure of the launch regulations there. What are the requirements to get a license?

Regarding the FAA, I thought that if you're under 1.5kg they are not regulated by the FAA, and if you're over 1.5kg you just need to notify the closest tower before launch. Of course there are other restrictions with other agencies and entities. At least, the last time I checked. I haven't launched a rocket since '97..

[Skyboom]

I'm a member of Bell Air flying club in Ferndale Washington . I live in B.C. , fly in Ferndale.It's only an hours drive away. The rocket launch site is nearby Ferndale, called Lummi nation. Not sure what height restrictions are yet, they use to have FAA clearance at one time. I'm still learning as I go. Been talking to the president of the club online. He's willing in helping me get me certified . Then I can fly mid powered rockets and planes the same day. P.S. With a level 3 you can fly 10 000 feet. As long as good parachute is deployed.

[Skyboom]

Just became member of NAR. "National Association of Rocketry". Hoping to get certified this new year. Starting off with the Graduater 2.6" rocket from Apogee rockets.Would like to have there Goblin rocket kit one day.

[MikeT]

Welcome to High Powered Rocketry. I did my Level 1 in the Apogee G Force. Studying for my Level 2.

Mike

[Alpha]

I didn't know you were into rocketry as well, Mike! You guys have all the fun. I'm so jealous right now... if I launched a model rocket here in China, y'all would never hear from me again.

[tab28682]

Semi active in model and high power rocketry here. I do a fair amount of radio control rocket glider flying and some Level 1 high power, H and I motors.

Here is a RC rocket glider project of mine from a few years ago: a semi scale RC German A-4b, the proposed winged and manned version of the V-2. Flights are short, but exciting. The model glides well enough considering what it is, but after motor burnout and one circle, it is time to line up for a landing.

It is a warbird that you do not often see at events...:)

[MikeT]

I didn't know you were into rocketry as well, Mike! You guys have all the fun. I'm so jealous right now... if I launched a model rocket here in China, y'all would never hear from me again.

Got back into it about 3 years ago. Our R/C Club supports it. We applied for ( and received ) a altitude waiver with the FAA last year and once a month we can fly to 14,000 with proper notification to the FAA.
Way too much fun but High Power is pricey. Studying for my Level Two right now.

Mike

[MikeT]

Semi active in model and high power rocketry here. I do a fair amount of radio control rocket glider flying and some Level 1 high power, H and I motors.

Here is a RC rocket glider project of mine from a few years ago: a semi scale RC German A-4b, the proposed winged and manned version of the V-2. Flights are short, but exciting. The model glides well enough considering what it is, but after motor burnout and one circle, it is time to line up for a landing.

It is a warbird that you do not often see at events...:)

I've been toying with the idea of doing a rocket powered glider. Looks like fun.

Mike

[Alpha]

tab28682 Wow, I never thought I'd see an A-4b! Terrifying to think of the pilot's plight.

MikeT Where is your club? 14,000ft... only in my dreams. Subtract 13,000 from that to arrive at my all time high in a paltry Bertha.

[MikeT]

Nothing but wide open spaces.

https://www.google.com/maps/place/HCRC+Flying+Field/@31.7327383,-106.1344421,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xf8f8f38c9822f292!8m2!3d31.7327383!4d-106.1344421