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TTRA Acquires New Launch Pad

webmaster@ttra.ws (Administrator) — Tue, 01 May 2012 11:43:55 +0000

TTRA has acquired a new launch-pad for Level-3 Rockets. The pad can support 1515 and Uni-strut rail guides and and has 16' of rail. We can now support rockets in the 100+ lb range. Please note that this pad can support rocket and motor combinations that exceed the TTRA and FAA safe distance require for the field. TTRA policy is still that L and above flights require RSO approval, so if you are planning to fly something in that range (especially if it's pushing the envelope) it is best to contact a us before the launch.

Call for Photos

webmaster@ttra.ws (Administrator) — Tue, 01 May 2012 11:21:49 +0000

The photo section of the has not seen a lot of action for a while. There are a lot of people out there taking pictures and it would be great if some of those pictures could be shared on the site. If you have pictures of the TTRA launches taken over the past year and would like to share them, just send and email to the Prefect and we can workout the best way to get the photos uploaded.

Videos are also welcome. I will be combing YouTube for TTRA videos that can be added to the site. Again if you have some video of TTRA launches send an email to the Prefect and we will work something out.

Tripoli Issues New Level 2 Tests

webmaster@ttra.ws (Administrator) — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:33:52 +0000

For all of you who are contemplating Level 2 certification in the next few months, Tripoli has finally issued new written tests for Level 2. Between now and the end of May you have your choice of taking the old or new test. Starting the first of June only the new test will be available. Practice questions for the new test are available at Tripoli.org.

Jim West Approved as TAP

webmaster@ttra.ws (Administrator) — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:13:46 +0000

TTRA's very own Jim West as been approved by the Tripoli board as a member of the Technical Advisory Panel (TAP). So congratulations to Jim for the recognition that he justly deserves. So all you level III hopefuls out there, this announcement should make it just a little easier to get process completed here at TTRA.

Again, Congratulations Jim.

2011 TTRA Flight Statistics

polkaero@earthlink.net (Michael K. Nipper) — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 15:31:20 +0000

These are some of the total launch numbers from 2011.

             Total Launches: 1,189
                      High Month: December - 137 launches
                      Low Month: April and July - 53 launches

             High Power Launches: 261
                      High Month: December - 40 launches
                      Low Month: November - 6 launches

             Low Power Launches: 928
                      High Month: November - 102 launches
                      Low Month: July - 36 launches

Had quite a good year, let's try to pass these for 2012!

Community Support

polkaero@earthlink.net (Michael K. Nipper) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 14:45:52 +0000

TTRA provided a basic rocketry presentation to Tampa's Carrollwood Day School physics class in January. The students were provided with printed copies of the Rocket Safety Rules, as well as information on how rocket engines work, and the stages of rocket flight. Several rockets and motors of various sizes were available for the students to examine, along with a short video presentation of varied rocket launches. The students were attentive, and very interested in the subject. The class intends to enter the Team America Rocketry Challenge next year.

March Research Launch

webmaster@ttra.ws (Administrator) — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:49:45 +0000

It is time for March Madness, rocketry style

The upcoming March launch is a two day launch. Spring is here and it time to dust the snow off of you rockets. The launch is the 17th and 18th. Sunday is a Research Day and the normal research restrictions apply.

Buccaneer Blast IV

webmaster@ttra.ws (Administrator) — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 14:20:13 +0000

It's that time of year again and Tripoli Tampa is please to announce Buccaneer Blast IV. So mark you calendars on September 17th and 18th. Saturday is a normal Tripoli launch and Sunday is a Tripoli Research launch. The post launch BBQ dinner is returning, so stay tune for details and ordering information. There will be treasure chest load of of fun, a rocket raffle and more to come.

TTRA's New Vender, Rocket "R" Us

webmaster@ttra.ws (Administrator) — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:29:04 +0000

Two good friends created a business together to provide quality products from the manufacturers you know and trust and to help the local hobby grow. Dustin Yates and Danny Rodriguez is who we are. We are model rocket enthusiast ourselves and saw that there was a good opportunity for us in the industry.

Team America Rocketry Challenge

polkaero@earthlink.net (Michael K. Nipper) — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 17:36:24 +0000

A student team from Rockwall-Heath High School in Heath TX, bested 99 other teams from across the country to take firstplace in the ninth annnual Team America Rocketry Challenge (TARC) on May 14, 2011. The Rockwall-Heath team was one of more than 600 teams participating in this years contest. The final 100 teams went to the national fly-off in The Plains, VA.