Materials:
I will use only lightweight, non-metal parts
for the nose cone, body, and fins of my rockets.
Motors:
I will use only certified, commercially-made
model rocket motors, and will not tamper with these
motors or use them for any purposes except those
recommended by the manufacturer.
Ignition System:
I will launch my rockets with an
electrical launch system and electrical motor ignitors. My
launch system will have a safety interlock in series with the
launch switch, and will use a launch switch that returns to
the “off” position when released.
Misfires:
If my rocket does not launch when I press the
button of my electrical launch system, I will remove the
launcher's safety interlock, or disconnect it's battery, and
will wait 60 seconds after the last launch attempt before
allowing anyone to approach the rocket.
Launch Safety:
I will use a countdown before launch,
and will ensure that everyone is paying attention and is a
safe distance of at least 15 feet away when I launch rockets
with “D” motors or smaller, and 30 feet when I launch
larger rockets. If I am uncertain about the safety or
stability of an untested rocket, I will check the stability
before flight and will fly it only after warning spectators
and clearing them to a safe distance.
Launcher:
I will launch my rockets from a launch rod,
tower, or rail that is pointed to within 30 degrees of the
vertical to ensure that the rocket flies nearly straight up,
and I will use a blast deflector to prevent the motor's
exhaust from hitting the ground. To prevent accidental eye
injury, I will place launchers so that the end of the launch
rod is above eye level or I will cap the end of the rod when
it is not in use.
Size:
My model rocket will not weigh more than 1,500
grams (53 oz) at liftoff, and will not contain more than 125
grams (4.4 oz) of propellant or 320 N-sec (71.9 lb-sec) of
total impulse. If my model weighs more than one pound
(453 grams) at liftoff, or has more than four ounces (113
grams) of propellant, I will check and comply with Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations before flying.
Flight Safety:
I will not launch my rockets at targets,
into clouds, or near airplanes, and will not put any
flammable or explosive payload into my rockets.
Launch Site:
I will launch my rockets outdoors, in an
open area at least as large as shown below, and in safe
weather conditions with winds speeds no greater than 20
MPH. I will ensure that there is no dry grass close to the
launch pad, and that the launch site does not present risk
of grass fires.
LAUNCH SITE DIMENSIONS
Total Impulse
(nSec)
Motor Size
Minimum
Field Size
0.00 – 1.25
1/4A – 1/2A
50'
1.26 – 2.50
A
100'
2.51 – 5.00
B
200'
5.01 – 10.00
C
400'
10.01 – 20.00
D
500'
20.01 – 160.00
E, F, G
1000'
160.01 – 320.00
2G
1500'
Recovery System:
I will use a recovery system, such
as a streamer or parachute, in my rockets so that they
return safely and undamaged and can be flown again, and
I will use only flame-resistant or fireproof recovery system
wadding in my rockets.
Recovery Safety:
I will not attempt to recover my
rocket from power lines, tall trees, or other dangerous
places.
Model Rocket Safety Code
developed by the
National Association of Rocketry
Revised Code November, 2004
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