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Best Paints for Model Rockets

Building a model rocket requires that you pay attention to every detail and the paint job you apply to finish the project is no different. A little time and a lot of care will help your rocket look...

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Can Model Rockets Reach Space? (Sort Of, And Here Are Two That Did)

As someone interested in both rocketry and space exploration, I have often imagined what kind of rocket I could make that would actually reach space before returning back to me. But, can model...

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What is the Largest Model Rocket Engine?

While watching some impressive high power model rocket launches on YouTube recently, I found myself in awe of the power of these rocket’s engines and the size of the rockets. It got me to...

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Best Model Rockets For 5-9 Year Olds

If you have a rocket loving, future astronaut in your family, then a model rocket is the absolute perfect gift to inspire and excite them. Model rockets are great for children of all ages with...

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Are Model Rocket Engines Reusable?

The more addicted to model rocketry that you become, the more you’re going to fly through those engines. What at first is not a large investment becomes more so as you increase the size and power...

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Maximum Wind Speed for Model Rocket Launch

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve finished building a model rocket and have been ready for launch, only to have my plans ruined by the weather. Sudden downpours or blustering winds have...

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About the Author

Hi, I'm Charlie. I've been enjoying model rocketry since I was a kid. I am an avid enthusiast of aviation and space exploration, and I firmly believe model rocketry is one of the few hobbies that bridges the gap of being educational, engaging, and creative. I hope to further attention and access to this fun hobby in some small way!

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