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Liquid Motor Demonstrations at Balls 33
Published On 11/21/2024
At Balls 32 this past September, for the first time in a bit over 20 years, the Tripoli Board of Directors invited three teams to bring their liquid motor projects to the launch. These teams gave an orientation of their projects to a four-person approval team and demonstrated their normal operational procedures as well as their dump procedures finally culminated in a static firing of their motors. If they were successful, they were
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Tripoli Motor Testing Committee Chair
Published On 9/14/2024
On August 26, of this year, Alan Whitmore passed away suddenly. A man of many interests and talents, his passing was both sudden and unexpected. His passing is a loss to all his close friends and associates as well as Tripoli as an organization.
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Tripoli Approves Three Liquid Motor Demonstrations at Balls 32
Published On 8/23/2024
For the past three years, the Tripoli Research Committee along with the Tripoli Board of Directors have been evaluating the feasibility of allowing bi-propellant liquid motor flights to occur at Tripoli sanctioned launches. I am pleased to announce ...
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News from LDRS 42 and Tripoli Meeting
Published On 6/10/2024
At the Tripoli Annual Banquet and Board Meeting on June 8, 2024, we welcomed new and returning Board of Directors members and announced the new officers for the upcoming year. LDRS 43 was awarded. Woody Hoburg received his Lifetime Membership award in person and the President's Award for 2024 was presented.
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2024 Prefecture Improvement Program
Published On 2/17/2024
The Tripoli Board of Directors is pleased to announce that starting on March 1st, prefectures can apply for the 2024 Prefecture Improvement Plan (PIP).
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Tripoli Launches New Prefecture in Budapest, Hungary
Published On 1/7/2024
The Tripoli Rocketry Association is thrilled to announce the formation of a new international Prefecture in Budapest, Hungary.
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Tripoli Rocketry Association Expands Global Footprint with Two New International Prefectures
Published On 8/21/2023
The Tripoli Rocketry Association is expanding its global network and welcoming two new international Prefectures into the association.
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Preliminary Issue of Prefecture Manual Released
Published On 8/16/2023
The Tripoli Board of Directors is thrilled to introduce the preliminary edition of the Tripoli Prefecture Manual. This comprehensive manual is valuable for prefectures navigating diverse challenges and responsibilities. Created through collaborative efforts, it aims to streamline operations and offer essential guidance. It's understood that no first edition is flawless, but we believe that progress is best achieved through collaboration and collective input.
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Announcement Regarding Tripoli Student Membership Changes
Published On 7/31/2023
Over the past few years, the cost per member for insurance has risen considerably, far exceeding the $10.00 annual fee we were charging our student members. The rapid increase in student members has further exacerbated this problem. We understand that affordability is crucial, especially for students, and we have considered this during the decision-making process.
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2023 Prefecture Improvement Grant Program
Published On 2/28/2023
The Tripoli Board of Directors is pleased to announce the 2023 Prefecture Improvement Program (PIP). This is a grant program that prefectures can use to improve the flying environment for Tripoli Rocketry Association members.
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Virtual Membership Cards
Published On 8/19/2022
Tripoli is pleased to announce a new enhancement to membership. Now, members can download a virtual copy of their membership card.
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2022 Prefecture Improvement Program
Published On 3/29/2022
The Tripoli Board of Directors is pleased to announce the 2022 Prefecture Improvement Plan (PIP). All active Prefectures in good standing with the organization, are eligible. This is a grant program the prefectures can use to make significant improvements for your members.
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Annual Meeting of Tripoli Rocketry Association
Published On 7/24/2020
The Tripoli Board of Directors have announced details for the upcoming Annual Members Meeting
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COVID - 19 Updates
Published On 4/17/2020
Continuing the recommendations of the CDC relative to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tripoli Board of Directors has extended the moratorium on group Tripoli activities until either April 28
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Annual Election

2020 TRA Board of Directors Elections
Published On 8/13/2020
2020 TRA Board of Directors Election Results
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2019 Tripoli Board of Directors Election Results
Published On 9/4/2019
Results from the 2019 TRA Board of Directors Elections
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2018 Tripoli Board of Directors Election Results
Published On 8/1/2018
2018 Tripoli Board Election Results
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TRATech Committee

TRATech 2024 Videos are now Available.
Published On 7/19/2024
TRATech event videos from LDRS 42 in Kueka Park, New York are now out! Dive into diverse talks covering amateur and professional rocketry, exclusively for Tripoli members. Downloadable slide decks are alongside the recordings. Join us in advancing high-power rocketry knowledge at TRATech!
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TRATech 2023 Presentations Announced
Published On 3/20/2023
The Tripoli TRATECH Technical Conference and Summit 2023 will be held during LDRS-41 in Kenosha, WI. The schedule has been established, and we have 12 outstanding presentations
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TRATech 2023 Planning Progressing-Presenters Wanted!
Published On 2/16/2023
The TRATECH committee is planning for the TRATECH 2023 technical conference during LDRS 41 in Wisconsin. We have lots of exciting presentations already planned but are looking for more.
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TRATech 2022 Conference Agenda Announced
Published On 3/22/2022
The schedule for the Tripoli TRATECH Technical Conference and Summit 2022 that is being held during LDRS-40 in Victorville, CA has been established, and we have 12 outstanding presentations that will be made available to the membership on June 9th and 10th in the afternoons following the launching at LDRS, at the LDRS host hotel.
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TRATech 2022 Call for Presenters
Published On 1/24/2022
TRA’s second annual technical conference will be held on Thursday 6/9 and Friday 6/10 during LDRS-40 at the host hotel in Victorville, CA. The Tripoli Board believes that the entire membership greatly benefits from an intensive educational and information sharing opportunity such as the TRATECH technical conference.
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TRATech 2021 Recordings Available
Published On 8/31/2021
TRA is pleased to share the proceedings of the first annual TRATech held in Wendover NV as part of LDRS 39
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Call for Presenters- TRATECH Tripoli Technical Conference & Summit 2021
Published On 4/19/2021
The TRA Board has listened to the members and has decided to conduct TRA’s first annual technical conference on Thursday 7/29 and Friday 7/30 during LDRS-39 in Wendover, Utah...
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International Rocket Engineering Competition (IREC)

2024 Spaceport America Cup Teams looking for Tripoli Rocketry Mentors
Published On 10/9/2023
Teams from around the world (24 countries in 2023) are applying to compete in 2024 Spaceport America Cup. These teams will be building and launching Level 3 sized rockets to 10,000 feet or 30,000 feet depending on their category.
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Tripoli Enters into MOU with Spaceport America Cup
Published On 1/16/2023
The Tripoli Rocketry Association has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Experimental Sounding Rocket Association and Spaceport America.
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LDRS News and Updates

LDRS 42 Announced
Published On 7/8/2023
During the LDRS 41 Member's Banquet it was announced that Tripoli of Upstate New York will be hosting LDRS 42 at Torrey Farms in Potter, New York. The event is planned to take place June 6, 7, 8 and 9, 2024. More details will be posted soon.
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LDRS 41 will be hosted by the Tripoli Wisconsin Association
Published On 6/13/2022
During the LDRS 40 Member's Banquet it was announced that that the Tripoli Wisconsin Association, Tripoli Green Bay, and Tripoli Chicago will be hosting LDRS 41 at the Richard Bong Recreation Area located in Kenosha County, Wisconsin.
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Change of Venue for LDRS 40
Published On 12/18/2021
Due to logistical issues that were insurmountable, LDRS 40 will now be held at Lucerne Dry Lake in southern California, hosted by ...
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LIfetime Member Committee

Lifetime Member Award - Steve Shannon
Published On 7/8/2023
Steve Shannon has served on the TRA Board of Directors since 2016, and
in his many years of leadership service, has filled several important roles
with dedication and successful results. Chief among these is Steve’s
service as TRA’s president, and currently as secretary.
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Lifetime Member Award - Woody Hoburg
Published On 7/8/2023
Our first recipient will not be able to receive his award in person, since he is currently in Earth orbit on the International Space Station! He is Woody Hoburg, NASA astronaut and pilot of the Space-X Crew-6/ISS Expedition 69 mission to the ISS.
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BALLS News and Updates

BALLS 29 Postponed due to COVID-19
Published On 7/1/2020
Tripoli Gerlach have reluctantly postponed BALLS 29 until September 2021 due to COVID-19 concerns
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Class 3 Committee

High Altitude and Class 3 process changes
Published On 1/8/2021
For fliers planning high altitude Class 2 and any Class 3 flights please check out updates to the Tripoli website under Class 3 Review Committee...
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Threshold for Class 2 Rocket Review
Published On 10/30/2020
The Tripoli Board of Directors has approved a change in policy with respect to high altitude flights. Past policy has been that all FAA Class 2 flights of 50,000 feet AGL and above require a review by the Class 3 Review Committee (C3RC).
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IT Committee

Submit Your Pictures
Published On 9/19/2023
We're thrilled to invite you to share your captivating rocketry-related images with us. By submitting your photos here, you have the exciting opportunity to contribute to our rocketry community and potentially see your work featured on our platforms.
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Motor Testing Committee

Two New AT Motors Certified by TMT
Published On 5/16/2023
Alan Whitmore and the Tripoli Motor Testing Committee completed two new certifications in April and May of 2023. These newly certified motors include the Aerotech H14ST and the Aerotech N4000W.
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Several New Motors Recently Certified by TMT
Published On 1/30/2023
Alan Whitmore and the Tripoli Motor Testing Committee completed two new certifications in December, 2022, and two more in early January, 2023.
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Recertification of a re-designed Motor
Published On 1/10/2023
On January 7, 2023, the TMT Committee tested and re-certified the re-designed Aerotech O5280X.
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New Motor Certifications January 2023
Published On 1/8/2023
The Tripoli Motor Testing Committee met on December 4, 2022 and January 7, 2023 and certified three new Aerotech motors.
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Publications Committee

September Issue of High Power / Tripoli Report Available
Published On 9/15/2024
The September 2024 issue if High Power Rocketry / Tripoli Report is now available for download.
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June Issue of High Power Rocketry / Tripoli Report
Published On 6/15/2024
The June 2024 Issue of High Power Rocketry & Tripoli Report is now available for download.
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Records Committee

Greg Morgan earns the Million Feet Award
Published On 8/5/2024
Congratulations to Greg Morgan from Clovis, California, for earning the Million Feet Award for Cumulative Altitude, recognizing his achievement of surpassing 1,000,000 feet across multiple flights.
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Two Flyers Recently Achieved Their Million Feet Award
Published On 6/21/2024
Brett Bachman and George Barnes have recently achieved the Million Feet Award for accumulating over 1,000,000 feet in cumulative altitude through multiple flights using certified or research motors in various configurations.
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Adrian Adamson Sets new Single Stage F Record
Published On 10/26/2023
We are excited to share that Adrian Adamson, from Lakewood, CO, has established a new altitude record on 10/15/2023. Adrian's remarkable achievement soared to an impressive 10,136 feet in the Single category, utilizing a Single-Stage F class at the Hartsel, CO launch site.
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Bryce Chanes Sets New Record
Published On 9/22/2023
During BALLS 31 in Black Rock, Nevada, Bryce Chanes set a record for Handicapped - Single Stage O altitude of 3,920 ft.
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New Records Committee Chair
Published On 4/20/2023
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Gerald Meux as the new Chairman of the Tripoli Records Committee.
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Safety and Certification

Online Technical/Safety Practice Quizzes
Published On 3/22/2023
Tripoli is pleased to introduce new online study quizzes for both safety and technical portions of the Tripoli Rocketry Association's Level 2 certification exam. These new practice quizzes can be an invaluable resource for those preparing to take the exam.
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New L2 Advanced Study Guide
Published On 1/29/2023
TRA has released a new L2 Advanced Study guide that conforms to the new Unified Safety Code. This guide and its corresponding tests replace all previous versions and is effective immediately.
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New Unified Safety Code
Published On 4/27/2022
Under this safety code there are no longer commercial launches or Research launches just Tripoli launches.  There are some changes to the current safety code such as a common safe distance table, a safety code for both model rockets as well as radio controlled boosted gliders as well as other changes.  Please take the time to read this document in its entirety.
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Scholarship Committee

Deadline for Eric Gates Scholarship is Approaching
Published On 6/1/2022
The Erik Gates Memorial Scholarship Fund annually awards an educational scholarship to assist in the continued education of the award recipient. If you or a family member is interested in pursuing this scholarship please look at the eligibility requirements and information on how to submit an application. Applications must be received on or before June 30, 2022.
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2022 Erik Gates Scholarship
Published On 1/18/2022
The Erik Gates Memorial Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce that applications for the 2022 year are now being accepted.
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Erik Gates Scholarship applications have open
Published On 1/30/2021
Applications have opened for the 2021 Erik Gates Scholarship, with three scholarships on offer in 2021...
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