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Peak-of-Flight Newsletter #536:

The 2020 Level 2 Written Exam

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Recently, the National Association of Rocketry has changed their written exam for the Level 2 Certification for high-power rockets. These changes range from administrative changes all the way down to the specific questions you might see on your exam.

We thought with these changes going into effect, we should take a look at what all changed, and what questions you might see on this exam going forward.

Read the rest of this week's article, either on a downloadable PDF for printing out, or on our website (great for viewing on your phone)!

Previous issues of our newsletter are found at our archive page.

 

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Newest Products From Apogee Components

Check out the latest products to hit Apogee's shelves!

The Aerotech J99N-P

Aerotech J99M-PCheck out the new Aerotech J99N-P reloadable propellant kit for the 54/852 casing (not included) This is an end-burning propellant, so it has a very long thrust duration of over 10 seconds. It takes off smooth and slow, so it is not recommended for big or heavy rockets. It also does NOT have an ejection charge, so you will need a dual-deployment altimeter in your rocket for recovery device ejection.

The Aerotech Single-Use H13ST-P Rocket Motor

Aerotech H13ST-PThe 29mm diameter, H13ST-P from Aerotech is the longest burning motor we carry. It has an incredible burn-time of 15.2 seconds. It just keeps going longer than the Energizer Bunny. Note that this is a plugged motor with NO ejection charge. So you will need a dual deployment altimeter to kick out the recovery device of your rocket. It is not recommended for heavy or larger diameter rockets. It also does not come with a thrust ring, as it was originally intended for minimum diameter flights. You can easily add a masking tape thrust ring for standard motor retention. 

The Apogee X-15 
without parachute

Amarok

In the 1960's, the X-15 was a game changer, shattering records and opening up a whole new understanding of hypersonic travel and rocketry applications.

We've tried to replicate some of the greatness that the X-15 represents in this scale model. In this kit you will find high quality components, vacuum-formed fairings and canopy pieces, laser cut balsa fins, wedge-shaped vertical tail pieces, incredibly detailed instructions, pristine water-slide decals, an ejection baffle to help protect the parachute from heat damage, and a display stand to show off your completed rocket.

Note: Demand was so high on these kits that we ran out of our 30" nylon parachutes. So we are now offering this kit without the parachute at a discounted price. Parachutes are on the way, and should be available by Dec 18. 


The Amarok
 

Amarok

The Amarok, a mid-power size rocket was inspired by “The Amarok,” which is a mythological wolf in Inuit culture. It is lightning quick and ready to rip the sky apart. Powered by 29mm diameter motors, this rocket is easy to build, and makes a great first mid-power rocket for those that want something a little bigger and more impressive. It utilizes laser-cut basswood fins, through-the-wall fin tabs, a blow-molded plastic nose cone and several vinyl decals. It also includes an ejection baffle to eliminate the need for wadding. You'll love this ferocious looking rocket that is durable and stands out on the launch field.

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Brian Woody

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