VAST will be hosting a Sport Launch on Saturday, August 9th, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm at our new launch site, Croft Field, in Swoope, Virginia (see directions/map on main page of our website). Waiver is for 15,000 feet AGL with an "M" impulse motor limit. Larger motors will be considered on a case by case basis. Dual-deployment will be required for all flights that may exceed 7,500 feet AGL and/or have a total installed impulse level of "K" or higher. E-mail vastinfo@valleyaerospace.com with request and details for larger motors and/or anticipated flights over 7,500 feet. Level 1 & 2 Certification flights (Tripoli or NAR) can be done with advance notice. Newly licensed high power dealer will be in attendance with growing inventory. Email harry@thedragonshoard.com with requests or more information. Limited supplies of "G" motors and below will also be available for purchase at the site.

A Night Launch will also be held shortly after the Sport Launch, tentatively from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm, depending upon darkness. Waiver is for 3,000 feet AGL. Qualifying rockets shall be continuously illuminated from a time just before the connection of igniter leads until the recovery/landing and must have flown successfully in the same configuration (motor, weights, illumination devices, etc.) during the daylight portion of the launch. Additional requirements can be found in the "Downloads" portion of the VAST website forum.

Kids fly free! Launch fee for adults is $10.00 ($5.00 for club members) for the day, which includes the night launch portion). Spectating is free and encouraged! NOTE: Porta-potties will be on site!

Due to maturing adjoining corn fields, tracking systems and/or audible beacons are highly recommended.

Thanks,
Chuck Neff
Valley AeroSpace Team - President