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All equipment, including low and high power launch pads, launch controller, PA system, and fire extinguishers are provided by Tripoli Tampa Rocketry Association, and are TTRA property.

 
 

LAUNCH PADS

Available pads are both low and high power, and include rod and rail systems.
       
All pads and the field launch control equipment are the property of TTRA, and we are guests at their launch site.
                          
LOW/MID POWER PADS
    
There are 7 low/mid power pads available, from 1/8-inch to 1/4-inch rods.
              
All commercial motors from 1/2-A to G are permitted.
            
HIGH POWER PADS 
            
4 high power pads are provided, with both rod and rail launch systems. In addition, a tower system is available, please contact the TTRA Prefect prior to launch day if you need a tower system.
               
Current FAA waiver is 12,000 ft. 
       
Field is rated up to M-impulse. However, please contact TTRA Prefect prior to using any motor greater than K-impulse.

Some motor types, such as Sparkey motors, may be restricted due to conditions at time of launch. Please contact the
TTRA Prefect for current information on motor use, or for any more information. 

 
 

SHADE

None whatsoever. The launch site is a 630+ acre open pasture. Bring your own shade with you. Quick-erect canopies are highly recommended. The sun can get quite intense, especially in mid-summer. In addition, you should bring a wide-brim hat and plenty of sunscreen for each person in your party. 

 
 

RESTROOM FACILITIES

Located approximately 1/2 mile from the launch site. Facilities consist of a two-room concrete block outhouse with running water. This facility is provided by the landowner as a courtesy, so please treat it appropriately.

 
 

FOOD AND DRINK

None on site at this time. You should bring your own. Lots of water is highly recommended.

 
 

ROCKETRY VENDORS

Rocketry supplies can be purchased on site from a growing number of vendors. These vendors are primarily high-power, but usually have some mid power items such as motors, both single use and re-usable, recovery systems, body tubes, etc. Vendors currently attending most launch days are:

Gorilla Rocket Motors

AMW/ProX

Always Ready Rocketry

RocketryZone

 
 

TRASH

Please dispose of your trash in a responsible manner. There will be at least 2 trash bags available for community use. If at all possible do not allow any trash to blow away from your area. If you smoke, do not leave your butts on the ground. Pick them up and take them with you. The goal is to leave the field as clean or cleaner than we when arrive. The launch field is in the middle of a working cattle ranch, and we must do our best to leave the landowner with a good impression of us. Prime, tree-less launch sites are very hard to find in this area, and we do not want to lose this one to someones carelessness.  

 
 

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