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Poking holes in the sky, one rocket at a time.

There’s a lot of story to tell here but this is the short of it...

As announced in a post from earlier this year, I set a goal to launch a rocket to 10,000 ft. with GPS tracking. The plan was to get a HAM license, acquire equipment, and build a rocket capable of making the flight. Well, as usual, things didn’t go as planned. Time constraints and other projects prevented me from getting the HAM license and fiscal constraints kept me from getting the tracking equipment. However, with the generous support of my wife and the gracious assistance of a club member to loan me the needed equipment, I was able to get an attempt at 10,000 ft. off at Red Glare IX. Unfortunately, a slightly heavy rocket, and windy conditions kept the flight to only

8899 ft. Still, a successful flight and a personal record.

I’d like to give very special thanks to my wife, whose support and significant financial contributions went into making this attempt possible. Also, special thanks to Will Marchant, whose gracious contributions of equipment, expertise, and considerable time investment, helped me meet the criteria of the attempt and make it a successful flight and recovery.