Certification Flights at UROC Launches

Level 1 Certification – UROC Procedure

 

Eligibility

• Current member in good standing with NAR or TRA
• At least 18 years old
• Bring proof of membership to the launch

Step 1 – Certification Review (Required Before RSO)

Before going to the RSO table, you must first meet with:

• The NAR Certification Advisor (if certifying under NAR), you'll need to have the NAR Level 1 Certification Application Form filled out.
 or
• The TRA Prefect or designated representative (if certifying under TRA), you'll need to have the Tripoli Universal Certification Form filled out. 

This step is mandatory.

During this review:

• Your rocket will be inspected
• You must be prepared to discuss your rocket design and preparation
• Center of Pressure (CP) must be clearly marked on the rocket
• Stability, recovery configuration, and motor retention may be reviewed

You may not proceed to the RSO table for a certification attempt until this review is complete.

Step 2 – RSO Approval

After completing the certification review, proceed to the RSO table and clearly state that this is a Level 1 certification attempt.

RSO approval is required prior to flight.
RSO decisions are final.

Step 3 – Post-Flight Inspection

After recovery:

• Return the rocket intact for inspection to the NAR Advisor or the TRA Prefect
• Do not disassemble until cleared
• Complete required certification paperwork before leaving the field

Field Expectations

Certification rockets must:

• Use positive mechanical motor retention
• Have CP visibly marked
• Demonstrate stable flight
• Deploy recovery properly
• Be returned in flyable condition

Keep the design conservative and proven.

Level 2 Certification – UROC Procedure

Eligibility

• Current member in good standing with NAR or TRA
• Must already hold Level 1 certification
• Bring proof of membership to the launch

Level 2 Written Knowledge Test Requirement

For both NAR and TRA:

• The official online knowledge test must be completed before arriving at the launch
• You must bring proof of passing
• If you cannot provide proof, you will not be allowed to perform the practical certification flight
• Onsite written testing is not permitted for Tripoli and is being phased out by NAR

Do not plan on taking a written test at the field.

Step 1 – Certification Review (Required Before RSO)

Before going to the RSO table, you must first meet with:

• The NAR Certification Advisor (if certifying under NAR), you'll need to have the NAR Level 2 Certification Application Form filled out.
 or
• The TRA Prefect or designated representative (if certifying under TRA), you'll need to have the Tripoli Universal Certification Form filled out. 

This step is mandatory.

During this review:

• Your rocket will be inspected
• You must be prepared to discuss your rocket design and preparation
• Center of Pressure (CP) must be clearly marked
• Stability, recovery configuration, motor retention, and deployment method may be reviewed
• Your Level 2 written test proof will be verified

You may not proceed to the RSO table for a certification attempt until this review is complete.

Step 2 – RSO Approval

After completing the certification review, proceed to the RSO table and clearly state that this is a Level 2 certification attempt.

RSO approval is required prior to flight.
RSO decisions are final.

Step 3 – Post-Flight Inspection

After recovery:

• Return the rocket intact for inspection
• Do not disassemble until cleared
• Complete required certification paperwork before leaving the field

Field Expectations

Certification rockets must:

• Use positive mechanical motor retention
• Have CP visibly marked
• Demonstrate stable flight
• Deploy recovery properly
• Be returned in flyable condition

Level 2 flights should be deliberate and well prepared. Ground test recovery systems in advance and select a motor appropriate for the field waiver.