Quote from Ckirlew on February 26, 2025, 7:53 pm

 

For the March and April launches, we will have separate launch pads and a controller just for ARC fliers.  We will have (2) 1010 rails and a ¼” rod for ARC flights.  Regular members and non-ARC fliers will be using the regular pads and Brian’s pad.  If demand exceeds this setup, we will make adjustments.

 

All non-ARC flights should be presented to LCO with their launch card filled out to get a pad assignment. Do not go to the pad first!  If no LCO is present at that moment, clip your card to an empty position on the board before proceeding to the racks. This is our normal procedure.

• Do not modify Brian's launch pad!  If you do not know how to change its rails (20mm⇔1010 swap) or other operational aspects, see Brian! As a response to the last launch, slot caps have been inserted in the rail.
• Black powder motors on this pad will need a modification if Estes-type igniters are used. See Brian before inserting your motor's igniter if planning to fly using Brian's rail.
• There is a rail-button stop in the rail to support the rocket off the pad. IF your rocket sits too close to or on the blast deflector, see Brian to have the rail-button stop adjusted. Do not prop your rocket up with spent motor casings or other items!
• Pay attention on the field!!! When you hear "HEADS UP" it is for your safety! The best safety practice is to pay attention when rockets are being actively launched and in flight. We realize that prepping your rockets may distract you from other rockets being launched but do your best to follow along. We haven't had to utilize our launch insurance and we'd like to keep that record!
• Launch cards should be filled out legibly! Personal names, names of rockets, motor(s) designations, and other comments should be printed in a legible fashion. The few extra seconds to fill out your launch card legibly won't hamper your chances to get your rocket in the air. This information is important for LCO launch announcement as well as for Eric when he composes the launch report.

1. All ARC test flights should be presented to Charlie with their launch card filled out for inspection and then they will be given a pad assignment.
2. All ARC qualifying flights should be presented to Charlie for inspection with their launch card and their flight report form filled out.

• • The team names on the launch card and the Flight Report Form must match.
  • All rockets must be returned to Charlie as soon as possible after flight with its egg still in the rocket.
  • The altimeter must not be touched either.
  • All ARC rules must be followed.

Failure to follow these rules will result in your rocket being pulled from the pad.  You will have to wait for the next launch round.