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Simply Flying
Rockets For Fun.

We are a premier amateur aerospace community designing, building, and launching high-altitude airframes. From precision scale replicas to supersonic Level 2 composite missions, explore our flight telemetry and join us on the pad.

1,420+
Safe Flights Logged
8,420 ft
Club Max Altitude
A to M
Motor Classes Flown
100%
Safety Score
PAD CONTROLLER // SYSTEM ARMED
12.6V ARM
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Project Zenith-9 Ready

Aerotech J420 Solid Composite Motor

Synthesizes real countdown tones, combustion audio, launch confetti & live background video

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LATEST PROJECT LAUNCHES // YOUTUBE & EMBEDS

Flight Replays & Onboard 4K Action

Every weekend we send telemetry-packed birds into the sky. Watch raw onboard camera footage, supersonic stage separations, and scale replica cluster liftoffs.

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Project Zenith-9: 8,400ft Onboard 4K Dual Deploy Flight
4K OnboardAerotech
4:18
Oct 12, 2026Lucerne Dry Lake Bed, CA

Project Zenith-9: 8,400ft Onboard 4K Dual Deploy Flight

Our flagship carbon-fiber bird powered by a Cesaroni J420. Dual-deployment altimeter fired the drogue at apogee (8,420 ft) and main 48" chute at 600 ft right on target.

Max Altitude8,420 FT
Max Speed485 MPH
Scale 1:100 Saturn V Launch: 5-Cluster Motor Ignition
5x
3:45
Sep 28, 2026Argonia Sod Fields, KS

Scale 1:100 Saturn V Launch: 5-Cluster Motor Ignition

A 5-foot scratch-built Apollo Saturn V replica. All 5 rocket motors ignited in unison for a majestic, slow-burning liftoff reminiscent of the 1969 Apollo 11.

Max Altitude1,850 FT
Max Speed165 MPH
Two-Stage Sonic Dart: Mach 1.2 Booster Separation in 4K
4K OnboardStaged:
5:12
Aug 19, 2026Black Rock Desert, NV

Two-Stage Sonic Dart: Mach 1.2 Booster Separation in 4K

First stage booster ignition, automated electronic inter-stage staging at 1.8 seconds, sustained acceleration through the sound barrier with zero fin flutter.

Max Altitude6,200 FT
Max Speed720 MPH
Midnight Launch: Bioluminescent & LED Rocket Night Flight
Aerotech
2:50
Jul 04, 2026Pine Valley Recreation Field

Midnight Launch: Bioluminescent & LED Rocket Night Flight

Custom internal addressable NeoPixel strip glowing through translucent polycarbonate airframe against a pitch-black starry sky.

Max Altitude2,100 FT
Max Speed210 MPH
3D-Printed Aerospike Nozzle Static Test & Maiden Launch
4K OnboardCustom
6:04
Jun 15, 2026Lucerne Dry Lake Bed, CA

3D-Printed Aerospike Nozzle Static Test & Maiden Launch

Experimental 3D printed annular aerospike throat insert tested on the static thrust rig, followed by a flawless 3,450ft test launch and GPS tracker recovery.

Max Altitude3,450 FT
Max Speed310 MPH
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Ignition sequence start! 🔥 The new Pro29 solid motor kicked off our weekend launch in spectacular fashion. What motor are you burning next launch day?
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rocketclub_officialIgnition sequence start! 🔥 The new Pro29 solid motor kicked off our weekend launch in spectacular fashion. What motor are you burning next launch day?

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Chutes in the blue! 🪂 Over 40 successful recoveries today at our monthly club flight rally. Zero tree landings, all electronic altimeters deployed on cue.
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rocketclub_officialChutes in the blue! 🪂 Over 40 successful recoveries today at our monthly club flight rally. Zero tree landings, all electronic altimeters deployed on cue.

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Workshop Friday: Inspecting the flight telemetry altimeters and prepping the 54mm motor retainers for this weekend’s waiver window 🚀🛠️
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rocketclub_officialWorkshop Friday: Inspecting the flight telemetry altimeters and prepping the 54mm motor retainers for this weekend’s waiver window 🚀🛠️

3 days ago
Full thrust off the rail! 🚀💨 Check out that instantaneous lift-off on our custom L1 certification flight. 5,200ft straight up!
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rocketclub_officialFull thrust off the rail! 🚀💨 Check out that instantaneous lift-off on our custom L1 certification flight. 5,200ft straight up!

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LAUNCH SCHEDULE & FLIGHT WINDOWS

Upcoming Club Launch Events

All events are open to spectators, families, and flyers of all skill levels. Pack your models, altimeters, and launch pads!

RANGE STATUS: ALL CLEAR
Oct24

Fall Apogee Rally & High-Power Launch Window

Lucerne Valley Dry Lake Bed, California
14,000 FT Waiver86 rocketeers attending
Nov07

Beginner & Family "First Flight" Sport Day

Greenfield Turf & Sod Farm, Florida
2,500 FT Waiver124 rocketeers attending
Nov28

Mojave Sonic High-Altitude & Scale Showcase

Mojave Desert Aerospace Recreation Basin, Nevada
22,000 FT Waiver62 rocketeers attending
Dec19

Glow in the Dark Holiday Night Launch & BBQ

Lucerne Valley Dry Lake Bed, California
4,000 FT Waiver95 rocketeers attending
FLIGHT WINDOW DETAILSRANGE GO STATUS: GO

Fall Apogee Rally & High-Power Launch Window

08:00 AM – 04:30 PM PST
34.512° N, 116.924° W
Forecast & Wind ShearIdeal Flight Conditions
Temp74°F
Surface Wind4 MPH
FAA Ceiling14,000 FT

Our premier high-power and sport launch of the season! 14,000 ft FAA approved ceiling waiver. 12 launch pads active for 1/8", 3/16", 1/4" rods and 1010/1515 rails. Night launch session starting at dusk.

Allowed Motors:Estes 1/2A through Commercial M-Class Motors
Range Officer:Rocket Club Launch Safety Team (RSO: Dave Miller)
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THE HANGAR // VARIOUS TYPES OF MODEL ROCKETS

Explore Our Rocket Fleet

From beginner balsa kits and vintage scale replicas to carbon-fiber dual-deploy beasts reaching Mach 1+, explore the aircraft in our club inventory.

Fleet Count: 5 Custom Airframes
AeroVanguard Pro 75
High-Power (H-M)
▲ 8,400 FT APOGEE
Designer: Elena Rostova (L2 Flyer)

AeroVanguard Pro 75

Precision wound fiberglass airframe designed for high-Mach stability and dual altimeter avionics bay. Finished in high-visibility safety orange with ceramic heat coating.

Length68"
Diameter75 mm
Weight64 oz
Motors: Aerotech H135, CTI I212, Cesaroni J420
Saturn V Apollo 1:100 Scale
Scale Replica
▲ 1,850 FT APOGEE
Designer: Mark Henderson (Scale Modeling Lead)

Saturn V Apollo 1:100 Scale

Museum-quality scale replica of the mighty Apollo 11 Saturn V moon rocket. Features authentic corrugated wrap details, F-1 engine fairings, and clustered ignition.

Length43.5"
Diameter114 mm
Weight28.5 oz
Motors: 5x Estes D12-3, Aerotech E15-4 Cluster
Stratos Dart Staged Booster
Multi-Stage
▲ 3,200 FT APOGEE
Designer: Tyler Vance (Aerodynamics)

Stratos Dart Staged Booster

High-efficiency two-stage sport rocket. Staged direct-vent transfer tube delivers snappy second-stage ignition at max velocity for thrilling high-altitude flights.

Length38"
Diameter38 mm
Weight14.2 oz
Motors: D12-0 Booster + C6-7 Sustainer, E12-0 + D12-5
Cosmo 3D Aerospike Hybrid
Experimental & 3D
▲ 4,100 FT APOGEE
Designer: Maya Lin (Experimental Rocketeer)

Cosmo 3D Aerospike Hybrid

Features 3D printed annular aerospike base nozzle, parametric airfoiled fin cans, and snap-lock electronics chassis that houses GPS telemetry.

Length32"
Diameter50 mm
Weight18 oz
Motors: Aerotech F67W, G76 Mojave Green
Thunderbolt Sport Flyer
Low-Power (A-D)
▲ 1,100 FT APOGEE
Designer: Rocket Club Youth Flight Program

Thunderbolt Sport Flyer

The ultimate weekend fun rocket! Easy to prep, instant turn-around on the launch pads, and climbs smoothly to 1,000+ feet with classic motor smoke trail.

Length21"
Diameter24 mm
Weight3.2 oz
Motors: Estes A8-3, B6-4, C6-5

Model Rocket Motor Class Guide (A to M Impulse Power)

1/2A - A1.26 - 2.50 N·s
Micro & Mini Sport
Alt: 200 – 600 ft
Park & School Field sport flights
B - C2.51 - 10.00 N·s
Standard Model
Alt: 500 – 1,500 ft
Classic Estes sport flyers & payload tests
D - E10.01 - 40.00 N·s
Heavy Low-Power
Alt: 1,000 – 2,500 ft
Scale models & multi-motor clusters
F - G40.01 - 160.00 N·s
Mid-Power High Output
Alt: 2,000 – 4,500 ft
Composite propellant, heavy scale birds
H - I160.01 - 640.00 N·s
High-Power Level 1
Alt: 3,500 – 9,000 ft
NAR/TRA L1 Cert, dual deployment altimeters
J - K - L640.01 - 5,120 N·s
High-Power Level 2
Alt: 8,000 – 20,000 ft
Supersonic flights, GPS tracking, heavy birds
FLIGHT COMPUTER // APOGEE & VELOCITY ESTIMATOR

Interactive Launch Pad Simulator

Dynamically calculate projected altitude, motor thrust curve, aerodynamic wind drift, and parachute recovery before you step onto the launch field.

Rocket & Motor Parameters

Dry Rocket Weight:12 oz (340 g)
2 oz (Estes Kit)40 oz (Mid-Power)80 oz (Heavy HPR)
Field Surface Wind:6 MPH
0 mph (Calm / Zero Drift)10 mph (Moderate)20 mph (Max Field Limit)
Total Impulse:20 N·s
Average Thrust:12 N
Burn Duration:1.65 s
Projected Apogee
282 FT
Top Velocity
85 MPH
Peak G-Force
+3.4 G
Time to Apogee
4.9 SEC
TOUCHDOWN SAFE
ALT: 282 FTVEL: 0 MPHDRIFT: ~97 FT
8,000+ FT HIGH ALTITUDE4,000 FT MID-TIER1,000 FT LOW ALTITUDEWIND: 6 MPH →LAUNCH RAIL (0 FT)RECOVERY ZONE (~97 FT)▲ 282 FT APOGEE
Stability Margin: 2.0 Calibers (Safe)
Thrust-to-Weight Ratio: 3.4:1 (Marginal)
THE ROCKET CLUB ETHOS

Driven by Passion,
Engineered for Altitude.

Rocket Club was founded with an inspiring mission: advancing amateur aerospace and high-power rocketry through rigorous engineering, safety, and welcoming community mentorship. Whether you are launching your first entry-level kit or machining a custom two-stage composite airframe with dual deployment, our flight pads are ready.

Pure Flight

Zero gatekeeping. From 1/2A micro motors to M-class composite motors.

Range Safety

Full NAR/TRA range safety officer support and official FAA waivers.

4K Telemetry

Flight logs & onboard camera reels published on YouTube & Insta.

Rocket Club launch day gathering with family and friends
Community Launch Days Open To Everyone
Bring your friends, family, and rocketry curiosity to our next waived flight window.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not at all! Anyone is welcome to bring low and mid-power model rockets (Estes A through G motors). We provide launch pads, 12V controllers, and experienced Range Safety Officers to guide you. High-power motors (H class and above) require NAR or Tripoli certification, which our club mentors can help you achieve!

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