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TRIPOLI VEGAS conducts several Rocket Launches throughout the year. Most often monthly Local Launches for the members. These are conducted 'usually' the first Saturday after the monthly club meeting.( or the third Saturday) While specifically conducted for the members of TRIPOLI VEGAS, all people are welcome to visit and fly rockets, provided they abide by the club's policies. For an explanation of our launches, and policies, please check below the Launch Calendar 2008 Launch
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| Date | Place | Information |
| 1-19 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
Jean Info |
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2-23 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
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3-14,15,16 |
"SpringFest" Regional Launch Jean Dry Lake Friday 8am - 4pm and 6pm - 10pm Saturday 8am - 4pm and 6pm - 10pm Sunday 8am - 2pm |
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| 4-19 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
Jean Info |
| 5-17 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm Will be canceled if Delarmar is a go |
Jean Info |
| 5-23,24,25 |
Delamar
EX Launch Delamar Dry Lake Friday 8am - 4pm and 6pm - 10pm Saturday 8am - 4pm and 6pm - 10pm Sunday 8am - 2pm |
Delamar Info |
| 6-21 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
Jean Info |
| 7-19 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
Jean Info |
| 8-22,23,24 |
"Hot August Nights"
Regional Launch Jean Dry Lake Friday 6pm - 8pm Saturday 8am - 4pm and 6pm - 10pm Sunday 8am - 2pm |
Jean Info |
| 9-20 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
Jean Info |
| 10-18 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
Jean Info |
| 11-22 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
Jean Info |
| 12-20 |
Jean
Dry Lake Local Launch 8am - 1pm |
Jean Info |
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LAUNCH TYPES & POLICIES TRIPOLI VEGAS conducts basically three types of rocket launches. All of them are open to the public but hold the guidelines listed here. |
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LOCAL
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REGIONAL
LAUNCHES: Tripoli Vegas sponsored Regional Launches are held at Jean Dry Lake bed, just east of Jean, NV, about 20 mins. south of Las Vegas. Tripoli Vegas proudly sponsors (2) Regional launches each year. The first is in March and is called "SPRINGFEST", it been called the official start of Rocketry season by HPR mag. It is a three day event with the last day being an Research Launch. The second is "HOT AUGUST NIGHTS" held in Hmmm, August and it's also a dinner and a movie on Saturday night. |
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RESEARCH
LAUNCHES: You'll get to see proto-type rocket motors from the big manufacturers like Aerotech, Kosdon and Advanced Propulsion Systems. Plus Nevada AeroSpace Science Associates and other experimental groups. These motors are big, ranging from M to R class motors. These are strictly business rocket launches. Visitors, while not encouraged to attend, will not be turned away. It must be known in advance that the activities conducted at Research Launches are exactly that, Research! Very large, powerful and thus dangerous rockets are launched and non-members must be 100% aware of their surroundings. It is recommended that children not be brought to this launch. FAA waiver is in affect up to 100,000 feet and a launch fee is applicable to ALL flyers. No one under 18 years of age will be permitted to launch. There will be no model rockets launched at this launch. The great thing about the Delamar dry lake bed is that it is relatively close to Las Vegas. We are talking about an 80 minute drive at the speed limit. That means you can enjoy Vegas at night and fly rockets during the day. Or, if you're like us, tired of gambling, camp out on the lake bed to enjoy a spectacular view of the stars at night. Did I mention that Delamar is less than 30 miles from the famous AREA 51? If you are real lucky, you might spot a new Stealth or Aurora jet Flying overhead and who knows, maybe a real UFO. It is not uncommon to see military night maneuvers over the lake bed. It is just something you've got to see! |
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