Model Rocketry

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.

Cadets who complete the written and performance requirements for each of the three stages described in this text, as certified by their unit commander, will be awarded the Cadet Model Rocketry Badge.  For more details about the requirements for the model rocketry badge, go to CAPR 50-20.



                                             For model rocketry teaching tips and additional resources, click here.

Model Rocketry Tests:  Each squadron should have a hard copy of each rocketry test.  The hard copy may be photocopied to give to cadets taking the test.   In the event a copy of a rocketry test is needed, only the commander or test control officer may request a copy from headquarters by contacting Judy Stone at jstone@capnhq.gov.  The rocketry tests are NOT online.

Model Rocketry Books:  Each squadron should have one hard copy of the Model Rocketry book.  If the squadron does not have a copy, the AEO and/or the instructor for the Model Rocketry Program may order one copy through the "CAP Materials" link on eServices.  Because the books are for the instructors and due to limited printing funds at CAP NHQ, only one book may be ordered.  The instructor may photocopy any information he/she feels is necessary to provide to cadets.  Another suggestion is to direct the cadets to this web page where they can download any part of the book below.

CAP Model Rocketry Guide	File Size
Complete Guide	6.8 meg
Introduction	168 kb
Stage 1: Redstone	1.8 meg
Stage 2: Titan	2.4 meg
Stage 3: Saturn	2.4 meg
A Step Beyond + Glossary	186 kb
Regulatory Guidance
CAPR 50-20: CAP Model Rocketry Program	168 kb

Model Rocketry Commander Approval Forms: Redstone Stage 1 Approval Form   Titan Stage 2 Approval Form   Saturn Stage 3 Approval Form

Model Rocketry Witness Log Forms: Redstone Stage 1 Witness Log (Hands On)   Titan Stage 2 Witness Log (Hands On)   Saturn Stage 3 Witness Log (Hands On)   Redstone Stage 1 Witness Log (Written)   Titan Stage 2 Witness Log (Written)   Saturn Stage 3 Witness Log (Written)

Model Rocketry Program Completion Certificates: Redstone Stage Certificate of Completion   Titan Stage Certificate of Completion   Saturn Stage Certificate of Completion

 

 

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