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SPARC is a GO for launch tomorrow (3/11)
March 10, 2006
SPARC is a GO for launch tomorrow (3/11).
I checked the field again today and it has about 2" of snow left. The ground is firm and since the snow only had 0.18" of moisture in it to begin with, I hope it won't impede vehicle traffic as the snow melts off.
However, pay attention as you drive out and stop if you feel
uncomfortable, or are rutting up the road.
Based on phone calls over the past couple hours, interest is high with a TARC qualification flight and a couple attempts at those K700's on the schedule.
Still some maintenance to do on model and mid power pads so we'll stay busy even if the racks aren't.
No porta potty for this launch so be prepared. There is a SHELL station (used to be EXXON) about 2 miles away.
Set-up begins around 0900 with launching ready in the 10'ish timeframe.
Batteries are charged, the trailer is ready.
If you have some fire wood, bring it along, its going to be a cool day, a nice fire may push some of the cold away.
Come on out and help us kick off the 2006 season!!
Posted by ray at 05:10 PM | Comments (0)
Launch on Saturday March 11, 2006
March 08, 2006
Just a reminder that we are scheduled for a launch this coming Saturday. Setup time is 9am, start time is 10 am, quitting time is when ever we get tired of launching.
Keep an eye on this website as the weather doesn't look great between now and then.
Note that the waiver we were worried about has come through, we will be fully waivered to our normal altitude of 11,500 ft, with special criteria for over 7,000 ft flights.
Posted by ray at 08:40 PM | Comments (2)