Launches

WiFi Switch Policy

Tulsa Rocketry recognizes the value that wifi switches bring to rocketry, but wants to clarify how they should be used at our launches. Effective 2/18/22, the following rules are in place at our launches and apply to other remote arming electronics in addition to wifi enabled switches.

Wifi switches must remain powered off until the rocket is at the pad and pointed in a safe direction at which time they may be powered on.  The only exemption for wifi switches is if they control non-pyrotechnic electronics such as trackers. Altimeters that control pyrotechnics may only be powered on and armed once the rocket is in firing position.

Updated Procedures

Due to Covid-19, Tulsa Rocketry would like everyone attending to follow current CDC guidance for outdoor events and leave extra space between vehicles. Flyers should provide their own personal protective equipment and hand sanitizer.

In addition to the above procedures, Tulsa Rocketry has a new Liability Waiver form for flyers. Please fill out one prior to the launch. Liability waivers are good for one year from date of signature.

Tulsa Rocketry 2024 Launches

February 10 or 11, 12 Noon to 4 PM, Leonard; alternate date is February 17 or 18
Saturday launches are subject to staff availability and if weather will be better than Sunday.

March 9 at 12 Noon to 4 PM or 10 at 1 PM. to 5 PM., Leonard; alternate date is March 16 or 17
Saturday launches are subject to staff availability and if weather will be better than Sunday.

April 14, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Leonard; alternate date is April 21

May 5, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Leonard; alternate date is May 19

June 9, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Leonard; alternate date is June 23

July 14, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Leonard; alternate date is July 21

August 11, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Leonard; alternate date is August 18

September 21-22, High Frontier, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pawhuska Municipal Airport

October 13, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Leonard; alternate date is October 27

November 10, 12 Noon to 4 p.m., Leonard; alternate date is November 17
We will consider November 3 if we don’t have an October launch.

No scheduled launch in December

January 11 or 12, 2025, 12 Noon to 4 p.m., Leonard; alternate date is January 18 or 19
Saturday launches are subject to staff availability and if weather will be better than Sunday.

All Tulsa Rocketry launches are open to the public and kids under 18 can fly low-power model rockets for free. Adults 18 and over must be a member of Tripoli or NAR and present valid proof of membership.

Note: Our launch site in Leonard Is Private Property. Please respect that and only go there when an actual scheduled club launch is taking place. To do otherwise is trespassing on Private Property. Visitors are always welcome at our official launches and meetings.

The following weather conditions must be met for us to launch

• Winds must be less than 20 mph
• Temperature above 50 degrees F
• Ceiling at least 1500 ft
• No burn ban in effect or high fire danger for the day

The final Go or No Go for a launch will be posted to our mailing list no later than 12 PM on the Saturday before the launch. Contact us if you would like to be added to the mailing list.