![]() ![]() The Code of Federal Regulations is the multi-volume set of regulatory details produced by the various enforcement agencies of the Executive Branch that “flesh out” the implementation of laws passed by Congress. Both the NAR and the Tripoli Rocketry Association (TRA) belong to the NFPA and participate in writing its codes governing sport rocketry safety. These Codes are recognized nationwide as the single authoritative public safety source for fire marshals most (but not all) states and local jurisdictions adopt them unchanged–check with your local fire marshal about your area. The NFPA is a non-governmental public-safety organization dedicated to writing safety codes and model laws for fire prevention. ![]() There are two foundations for the hobby’s regulatory coverage: the Codes of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Rockets using motors above the ‘G’ power class (or motors with an average thrust greater than 80 Newtons regardless of power class), having combined total impulse greater than 320 Newton-seconds, or having a liftoff mass above 1500 grams are always called “high power rockets”. The dividing line between them is based on two factors: rocket motor characteristics, and rocket liftoff mass. The hobby of sport rocketry is divided into two general “classes”, model rocketry and high-power rocketry. Some states and local jurisdictions also have more restrictive laws or ordinances, so it is wise to check with a local fire marshal prior to holding a new Section’s first public or organized launch event. This article summarizes those Federal or nation-wide laws and regulations, which the average hobbyist is likely to encounter there are a few more (not mentioned here) that apply only to those few who are manufacturers, dealers, or amateur motor-makers. It is vital to the future health of the Association and its credibility as a responsible spokesman for the hobby that we all remain fully informed of the applicable laws and set the example for the public in following them. Strict compliance with the law and cooperation with public safety officials has always been a hallmark of the National Association of Rocketry and its affiliated individuals and Sections. There are, however, significant limitations and conditions on the activity, which every hobbyist must understand and obey. The hobby of sport rocketry is well recognized as a safe and legal activity under the laws and regulations of the Federal government and of every state. ![]()
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