Research Launch Rules

  • You must be TRA member or an INVITED GUEST to ATTEND an OROC Research launch. 
  • OROC Members in good standing are invited guests of the club.
  • Researchers may invite their own guests.
  • Guests may not invite more guests.
  • You must be TRA member AND 18+ years old to handle motors or rockets or pass the flight line.
  • OROC Members are responsible for the behavior and safety of minors under their care.
  • The RSO reserves the right to restrict access to the motor prep or launch areas as necessary.
  • Research motors must have the builder in attendance and listed on the flight card. Certified commercial motors are also permitted.

For the regular Research on Friday format:

  • Anyone who is not an INVITED GUEST or TRA member SHOULD NOT ARRIVE at the launch site before sundown Friday night.
  • Research Flying can commence as soon as the waiver opens Friday morning.
  • Arrival of the trailers is indeterminate, but probably late Friday afternoon.
  • Commercial flying can commence Saturday morning as soon as the waiver opens and setup is complete.