From the Preface
My first book, 'Make: Rockets,' covered basic rocket science, including construction, aerodynamics, simulation, tracking, and electrical engineering. The rockets in that book are made from thin, lightweight materials that are extremely safe. Some projects work well with young children, while others will challenge a college engineering student.
High-power rocketry is different, though. While there is a junior-level certification (covered in 'NAR junior certification'), high-power rocketry is otherwise restricted to people over 18. High-power rockets can easily break the sound barrier, shooting miles into the sky. The rockets themselves are not the small, collapsible paper rockets flown in schools and scouting—they are often metal-tipped, fiberglass missiles that weigh tens or even hundreds of pounds. FAA clearances and certifications are required.
That’s what this book is all about. It explains how to build and fly high-power rockets, and how to get your high-power rocketry certifications. You will find comprehensive information about safety, legal issues, and construction techniques for these larger rockets, as well as study tips to help you prepare for the certification exams. The book is designed to fill a practical void. While everything you need to know to get your certifications is certainly available in various books, magazine articles, and websites, it is not collected in one place or organized so you can easily find the information you need at each certification level. In fact, as I researched some aspects of this book, I found that many resources are outdated or incorrect, especially when it comes to rocketry’s legal considerations.
If your goal is to learn how to build and fly rockets that use H or larger motors, this is the book for you.
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