The Tripoli Rocketry Association (TRA) Contest and Records Committee celebrates the achievements of rocket enthusiasts! This program provides a platform to showcase accomplishments alongside fellow enthusiasts who strive for excellence.
Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a rising star, the TRA Records Program is your launchpad to recognition.
This
document outlines the competition rules, procedures, and approved categories for Tripoli high-power rocket launches.
All TRA Prefects, TAP members, Launch Directors, and RSOs are urged to familiarize themselves with these guidelines for consistent implementation at their launches. Tripoli launch organizers are encouraged to incorporate these competition events. Participation is open to all individuals at sanctioned Tripoli launches.
The TRA Records Program offers a standardized system for documenting and verifying rocketry achievements, upholding principles of fairness, transparency, and integrity. Each record attempt undergoes rigorous evaluation based on these criteria, ensuring the credibility of all recognized achievements.
The program is open to all TRA members seeking verification and record-keeping of their rocketry accomplishments. A continuously updated list of current records is maintained as new achievements are submitted and verified.
The approved competition categories for Tripoli high-power launches are listed in the Official Altitude Records Rules page.
Competion Rules and Overview (revision 11/2024)
| Class |
Max Total Impulse |
| F |
40.01 |
to |
80 N-s |
| G |
80.01 |
to |
160 N-s |
| H |
160.01 |
to |
320 N-s |
| I |
310.01 |
to |
640 N-s |
| J |
640.01 |
to |
1280 N-s |
| K |
1280.01 |
to |
2560 N-s |
| L |
2560.01 |
to |
5120 N-s |
| M |
5120.01 |
to |
10240 N-s |
| N |
10240.01 |
to |
20480 N-s |
| O |
20480.01 |
to |
40960 N-s |
| Class |
Minimum Airframe Diameter and Length |
Max Total Impulse |
| F |
2.50 inches for at least 2 feet |
80 N-s |
| G |
2.50 inches for at least 2 feet |
160 N-s |
| H |
3.75 inches for at least 3 feet |
320 N-s |
| I |
3.75 inches for at least 3 feet |
640 N-s |
| J |
5.00 inches for at least 5 feet |
1280 N-s |
| K |
5.00 inches for at least 5 feet |
2560 N-s |
| L |
7.5 inches for at least 8 feet |
5120 N-s |
| M |
7.5 inches for at least 8 feet |
10240 N-s |
| N |
11.5 inches for at least 12 feet |
20480 N-s |
| O |
11.5 inches for at least 12 feet |
40960 N-s |
Case
Diameter
(Max OD) |
Max Case Length (including
protruding forward
bulkhead/closure) |
Approximate
Class |
| 24mm |
Any |
E |
| 29mm |
Any |
F, G, H |
| 38mm |
Under 12" |
I |
| 38mm |
12" and greater |
J |
| 54mm |
Under 12" |
J |
| 54mm |
12" to 24" |
K |
| 54mm |
Over 24" |
L |
| 3" |
Under 26" |
M |
| 3" |
26" and over |
M |
| 4" |
Under 29" |
M |
| 4" |
29" to 48" |
N |
| 4" |
Over 48" |
O |
| 5" |
Under 48" |
O |
| 5" |
Over 48" |
O,P |
| 6" |
Under 48" |
O,P |
| 6" |
Over 48" |
P,Q |
| 8" |
Under 48" |
P,Q |
| 8" |
Over 48" |
Q+ |
| Over 8" |
Any |
Q+ |