r.m.r FAQ Part 8 of 8: Guidance and Control

r.m.r FAQ Part 8 of 8: Guidance and Control

Post by Buzz McDermo » Wed, 25 Oct 1995 04:00:00



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### PART 8:  INTERNATIONAL ROCKETRY

The majority of the r.m.r FAQ is oriented towards consumer rocketry in
the United States. This part of the FAQ is for rocketry in other parts
of the world. Currently, sections on Australia, Great Brittain, and
Canada are included or under construction. These sections will be
expanded, and more sections added, as information becomes available.

8.1 Rocketry in Australia

This portion of the FAQ was prepared and submitted by Rob Masters,

use this information at your own risk, etc., be passed on to the readers
of this FAQ. Corrections should be sent to Rob, who will see that they
are incorporated and passed on the the FAQ editor.

8.1.1 What rules apply to model rocketry in Australia?
      The C.A.A. RULE (Paraphrased from regulation 295):
      No model may be flown over 300' without a waiver from the
      CAA. Only matters relating to airsafety shall be considered in
      granting a waiver. Further, you may not launch at all within
      5km of an aerodrome (airfield or airport). Also, some states
      have explicit age restrictions (ie Queensland - Minimum age 18yo),
      and fire restrictions (Qld again, must have local fire marshall
      approval). You should also respect fire bans as a matter of
      safety, courtesy and good public relations.

      Other than this, you should follow the standard _model_
      rocketry rules of the NAR, and note that only engines up to
      "D" class are available.

8.1.2 What are good sources of model rocketry kits/wg's/parts, etc?
      To date, all model rocketry components are imported through
      DAWN TRADING, who the distribute to the local retailers. Note
      that because of their policies, it is not possible to buy
      individual components for kits in Australia. The Designer's
      Special component set is, however, available. Currently only
      Estes and MRC kits are imported. Local retailers are most R/C
      retailers and some *** shops.

8.1.3. Are there any regular rocket contests, launches, clubs, etc?
      There is at least one national-level body now in Australia. It
      covers both model rocket and HPR levels. The body is :

      Australian Rocketry Association
      PO Box 102
      Morphett Vale
      South Australia
      5162


      Membership is $25 per annum, and an additional $10 per annum per
      additional family member. Minimum age is 8yo and membership includes
      insurance, a quarterly newsletter, ID card, and guide book.
      Sport Rocketry is available through them at $40 (surface) or $92 (air)
      per annum.

      The association is also working with the CAA, state governments and
      the AFPA to standardise regulations and to obtain better flying
      conditions.

      Also, there is at least one model aircraft club that welcomes, but does not
      cover, model rocket launches. For the scale modellers, there is also an
      active Astronautical Society, who can provide a lot of information,
      and are well worth joining if you are interested in the world of the
      "big stuff" as well.

8.1.4. Info on amateur groups/activities (such as AusRoc) in the Australia.
      As has been covered in news stories, there is a University-based team
      who are working on an amateur rocket (AusRoc), who have so far had
      two spectacular failures, and one partial success.
      For more on the AusRoc project, contact The Australian Space Research
      Institute. If you would like to join the Australian Space Research Institute
      write to:

       ASRI Ltd.
       PO Box 184
       Ryde NSW 2112
       Australia

      The annual fee is AUS$25 for students and pensioners and AUS$100 for
      normal membership. If you live overseas write for membership costs.
      All member  funds are used to support ASRI programs. Membership allows
      you to:
          * Vote at meetings
          * Stand for election to the ASRI board of directors
          * Receive of all ASRI newsletters and journals
          * Provide payloads for Sighter (83 mm) and Zuni (127 mm) rockets

8.2 Rocketry in Canada

This section is still under construction and currently has no Canadian editor
responsible for its contents. Most of the information contained in this
section was obtained from the CAR World Wide Web page and several issues
of 'High Power Rocketry' magazine.

8.2.1 Are there any national organizations to which I can join in Canada?
      What services do they offer?

    Canadian Association of Rocketry (CAR)   Canadian equivalent to N.A.R.
    c/o Garth Illerbrun                      - High power certification
    5927-18th Ave. N.E.                        (required for G power and up)
    Calgary, Alberta                         - Dues: $30/year CDN
    AB T1Y 1N9                               - $1M liability insurance for
    Canada                                     rocketry activities included
    Email address:                           - Yearly national sport launch


    WWW: http://www.FoundCollection.com/~rea/car.htm

8.2.2 What kinds of rockets (model and/or high power) are legal to fly in
      Canada?

    At the present time, A-F powered model rockets, with launch weights up to
    one pound, are legal to fly in most parts of Canada. G powered rockets and
    up, as well as rockets weighing more than one pound at liftoff, are
    considered 'High Power' and are not legal. The CAR is working with
    the appropriate Canadian government agencies to try and bring high power
    regulations in line with those now set up in the U.S.

8.3.3 Are there any High Power launches at all in Canada?

    There is one annual high power launch in Canada. It is the 'Sullivan Lake
    High Power' launch. The third such launch was held on September 23-24.
    The CAR has arranged for a special waiver of the regulations and the
    ability to import high power rocket motors from the U.S. for this one
    event. For more information on this launch contact Garth Illerbrun at the
    CAR address.

8.3.4 What kinds of rocket motors are available for purchase in Canada?

    All of the Estes A-D black powder rocket motor line and the Aerotech
    single-use, composite motors from D through F are now available for
    purchase.

8.3.5 Are there any Canadian mail order houses where I can purchase model
      rocket kits, motors and supplies?

    Ralph's Hobby Shop              Advertises Estes, MRC and LOC, as well
    668 Kingston Road                as modeling and ignition supplies
    Toronto, ONT
    Canada M4E 1R4
    (416) 690-4204

    I'm sure there are more. Any one with knowledge of a good Canadian mail
    order source is encouraged (begged, even!) to send info to:

8.3 Rocketry in Great Brittain

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