| FAA airspace guidelines | ||
Federal Aviation Administration class G or uncontrolled airspace is permissible for unmanned rockets without additonal clearance. Operations in controlled airspace requires an FAA waiver (written permission) for rockets which have over either 125g propellant or over 3.3 lb liftoff weight. Go to any local airport for a sectional map and questions about uncontrolled airspace locations. They do not answer questions on waivers. Obtain a waiver (form 7711-2 at pdf link) for FAA and contact the regional service center to submit it. This is easy for individuals, clubs, or groups. It is FREE but requires 45-60 days advance notice. Authorizations are also available for multiple dates or annually if you call in to activate it as needed. Ask your FAA representative about details. | ||
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Launching Guidelines |
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Guidelines for Model Rocketry (under 125g propellant and 1500g liftoff) Guidelines for Consumer High Power Rocketry (under 40,980 N-s power) Guidelines for Indistrial and Educational Rocketry Guidelines for static testing (not linked) |
| Lucerne, CA Launches |
| Lucerne launches are held the first Saturday of each month. 3 miles N of Hwy 18, 1 mi W of Hwy 247, on dirt road. 8am and up to 8000 AGL. Special launches at times. All range fees are voluntary contribution. ![]() Lucerne Valley, CA ![]() Lucerne Valley, CA |
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Mojave, CA Launches |
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Mojave Test Range launches are held the 2nd Sunday of the month. Neuralia Road just S of Rogers Road (off Hwy 14 near 58 or 395) About 14 miles East, then NE on Munsey Rd. Right at entrance pole. ![]() California City, CA ![]() Major streets shown here ![]() Cantil, CA |
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