Model Rocketry Program
What is the Model Rocketry Program, and how does it work?
Civil Air Patrol's Model Rocketry program is an achievement program for cadets interested in the science, technology, and flight of model rockets. The guide (available below) builds on the foundation of Aerospace Dimensions, Module 4: "Rockets," to introduce cadets to the hobby and science of model rocketry. The guide begins with simple alternative-power models and progressively challenges cadets with more advanced models.
The basic rocketry program is designed to introduce cadets (facilitated by senior members) to model rocketry and to increase their knowledge and interest in rocketry. The program consists of rocket history, rocket science, and the safe building, launching and recovery of rockets. Members progress through three phases of written and hands-on activity requirements. Successful completion of the program and its performance requirements follow with the CAP Model Rocketry module, which is available on the AE download pages in eServices. Completion of this program allows the cadet to receive and wear the rocketry badge. CAP AE also has an Advanced Model Rocketry program for cadets and senior members that contains two phases. Additional information on how to conduct a successful rocketry program is also included in CAPP 50-1
If you are interested in participating in this program, look for upcoming Model Rocketry events in the Squadron News and Calendar sections, and for the annual Aerospace Education Weekend.
The basic rocketry program is designed to introduce cadets (facilitated by senior members) to model rocketry and to increase their knowledge and interest in rocketry. The program consists of rocket history, rocket science, and the safe building, launching and recovery of rockets. Members progress through three phases of written and hands-on activity requirements. Successful completion of the program and its performance requirements follow with the CAP Model Rocketry module, which is available on the AE download pages in eServices. Completion of this program allows the cadet to receive and wear the rocketry badge. CAP AE also has an Advanced Model Rocketry program for cadets and senior members that contains two phases. Additional information on how to conduct a successful rocketry program is also included in CAPP 50-1
If you are interested in participating in this program, look for upcoming Model Rocketry events in the Squadron News and Calendar sections, and for the annual Aerospace Education Weekend.
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