Get Ready for SeaNAR '99
That's right, folks. It's time for our second annual Model Rocket Competition.
Dan French's Bomark

On Saturday, August 14, 1999 SeaNAR will hold their first NAR sanctioned competition of 1999. It will be a Local meet, open to all NAR members and guests. If you are reading this, you are a guest, as well as any other rocket enthusiasts you care to mention it to.

Location:

  • Kent Space Center (BEMRC launch site). The Boeing Employees Model Rocket Club has graciously agreed to let us share their launch site and date.

    Time: 11 am. Please sign in with the Contest Director when you arrive.

    The sanctioned events are:

    1. 1/2A Rocket Glider Duration
      A Rocket Glider differs from a Boost Glider (or parasite) in that the entire model must remain in a single piece, including the motor. The transition from boost mode to glide is usually effected by moving wing surfaces or changing the center of gravity at apogee. There are a number of proven designs available as kits or plans.

      The rules are

      1. All rockets will be launched using a 1/2-A (1.25 newton-seconds total impulse) contest certified rocket motor.
      2. Nothing is allowed to separate -- the entire model must boost vertically, but must return in a stable glide. No motor ejection allowed.
      3. Gliding surfaces may not be of a flexible material, such as plastic film or cloth.
      4. No streamers or parachutes allowed.
      5. Each contestant may make two flights in this event, with the total seconds aloft being their score.

    2. Sport Scale

      Rules:
      1. Entry must be based on an existing or historical guided missile, rocket vehicle or space vehicle.
      2. All models must be submitted with references for the model scaled, showing shape, color and paint pattern. The models will not be measured directly, but judged on outline and appearance.
      3. All entered rockets must complete a safe, stable launch, and recover safely.
      4. There is no restriction on motor or recovery system, except that motors must be certified, and the recovery system "safe."

    3. Anybody who wants to make an attempt at an existing NAR record may do so. Just let the Contest Director know so, and we can get official timing, and submit the results to the National Contest Director. At this time we are not equipped to do altitude tracking.
    In addition to the rules for the specific events, each rocket flown for NAR competition must have the following:
    1. Owner's name or NAR# on the rocket, visible in flight configuration.
    2. Each rocket must be approved by the RSO (Range Safety Officer) prior to launch.
    3. Rocket motors will be inspected prior to launch by the RSO or CJ (contest jury), to verify its certification status. All motors used must be NAR certified for contest use. You can check current certification status on the NAR website. Reloads must be in original packaging and may be impounded by the CJ until loading.
    4. Each event is further divided into three age groups: A (7-13), B (14-18) and C (19 and up), but if there are insufficient entrants, some age divisions may be combined.
    5. All contest flights will be flown between 11 am and 3 pm.

    All NAR samctioned competitions are governed by the NAR Model Rocket Sporting Code (aka. The Pink Book). In the event of a direct conflict with the rules published here and the Pink Book, the official document will prevail. A description of all the different events can be found at the NAR Competition Events site.
    Enough with the rules and regulations! The important thing is to have fun. So come one, come all; the more the merrier, etc, etc.

    For planning purposes, if you think you want to attend, we would appreciate it if you could drop us a line at SeaNAR-568@geocities.com

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