Model Rocketry | FAQ's - Frequently Asked Questions

Model Rocketry | FAQ's - Frequently Asked Questions

The information linked here comes from the rec.models.rockets (r.m.r), a Usenet newsgroup oriented towards discussions and topics related to non-professional rocketry of all types. Their FAQ (list of Frequently Asked Questions) is an attempt to compile a number of questions and suggestions into a single, quickly readable document. It is organized as a list of primary topics listed and linked here. The majority deal with, but not limited to, consumer rocketry in the
United States and Canada.

General Information: Model vs. high power rocketry; organizations; legal status; rocket engines/motors; CATO.
Names and Address: National organizations; manufacturers and suppliers; rocketry books and magazines.
Rocketry on the Internet: How to get to the r.m.r. site; accessing site information; rocketry related web pages.
Born Again "Rocketeers": What is a BAR; what has changed in rocketry; value of old rockets; plans for old kits.
Model Rocketry: Where you can fly; children's issues in rocketry; using old models and engines; general flying.
Model Rocket Construction Tips: General questions regarding construction, finishing, painting and stability.
Scale Modeling: Making scale rockets, techniques, and tools needed.
Boost Gliders & Rocket Gliders: What they are; how they work; motors used; flying; construction.
Competition & Records: Competition categories; getting started; different rocket related records.
High Power Rocketry: Getting into high power rocketry; legal and regulatory issues/requirements.
Finishing High Power Construction/Finishing: Questions regarding construction, finishing, painting and stability.
Ignition & Launch System Tips: What the different types are; how to use them; problems and solutions.
International Rocketry: Rocketry information links for Australia, Canada, UK, S. Africa, New Zealand, Germany.
Amateur Rocketry: Disclaimer; information; Internet sources; manufacturers; consultant; suppliers; publishers.