Midwest Power 14

Stopped by the field this evening around sunset. Field looks good. Set up the pop up frame and the went to dinner at Spoons. Excited for a great launch !!!

I'm at the field right now...
The weather is just superb...
Already having a fantastic time...
What a great weekend this is going to be...

Teddy

onebadhawk said:

I'm at the field right now...
The weather is just superb...
Already having a fantastic time...
What a great weekend this is going to be...

Teddy

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I'm amazed you're still able to type ;-)

CzTeacherMan said:

I'm amazed you're still able to type ;-)

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I don't know what you're talking about....
That's my story and I'm sticking to it.....
By the way,,
I was driving back to the field,, on a dark desolate road...
When this SUV pulled up next to me,,
in the passenger seat was what looked to be the size of 2 watermelons but a sickly tan color and completely covered in hair.....
Not sure,, but I thought I saw Jason driving....
Ohhh well,,, beauty is in the eye of the beholder I guess....

Teddy

Tick...Tick.......Tick...

"Almost Time"

Truck packed, PJ's on...eating a light evening snack before going to bed. Get up in four hours and, start driving that way!
Soon to be dreams of rockets! Sparkies... V-maxes...brilliant Reds! Blues! Greens.....YUCK! I hate Greens....:rant:

But, mostly...FIRE! I love FIRE!

Fire in the sky, fire in the air, fire on the ground! Ooooopppp's :surprised: "I didn't do that...wasn't me..."

Ladies and Gentleman ( and, I use that term loosely ). Leeeeettts get ready to RUMMMMBLE!

:sigh: Zzzzzzzz......

Wake UP Pumpkins!:lol: It's time to wake, bake and, shake the fins on these Critters!
Dad and, I are still about an hour and 45 out... Clearing a Bob Evans out of bisquits and, gravy!

See you all soon-

Wakey Wakey, eggs and bakery!

Packing this morning to arrive tonight.
Eric - reports are always good to read as I drive up!

Glorious flying so far today. Crystal clear skies, dry fields, amazing food, good company. Couple Ms, a few Ls and tons of others already. And we're only halfway done for the day!

ATTENTION- Let it be known that Bob Bycraft of Granger In. has successfully completed a TRA L-3 at Princeton Illinois this morning!

Congratulations Bob on an awesome flight with a CTI M-1101 in a Wildman Gizmo 8"!:wave:

Sweet! Congrats Hoosier Bob!

Let it be known- Sherryl Sager has completed and, passed the written portion of her TRA L-2 Test! Tomorrow we fly to complete the deal....Good luck Sherryl!

Hi! Just wanted to mention that Don Hanson of St. Louis Missouri completed a successful L-3 today.
Great job Don! :wave:View attachment 304642

Sorry for the sideways photo...

Rocket Dayz...

I am sad to miss out on this year's midwest power I hope to make it next year, have fun guys! If you get a chance stop by and ask jason to see the newest offering from carolina composite rocketry. Have a great time everyone.

I must have missed it somewhere, but what time is the drag race?

I've been out of it for a few years while attending school but will be there tomorrow to spectate.

Thanks,
Jack

Johnhg7 said:

I must have missed it somewhere, but what time is the drag race?

I've been out of it for a few years while attending school but will be there tomorrow to spectate.

Thanks,
Jack

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Button is being pushed at noon.
Drag racers should be ready to go at the LCO table by 11, just to account for need to move racks, take pictures, etc.

Shape Shifter found by farmer...
Anyone?

Let it be known...

Nick Adams of Greencastle Indiana performed a flawless TRA L-3 Certification flight today.
Congratulations Nick! :wave:View attachment 304685

Following that-

Kyle Bruer of Saint Louis Missouri performed ANOTHER flawless TRA L-3 Cert.
Congratulations Kyle too! :wave:View attachment 304686

I'm am SO PROUD of you both!

(Sorry for the sideways photos...I'm a Truck Driver not, a Computer Geek-)

Midwest Power 2016, Day 2

Demon 98 drag race...

Hello everyone! I would like to mention that Chelsea Maulsby of Saint Louis/Chicago performed all the requirements to successfully pass her TRA L-3 today! Great job young lady...
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Sherryl Sager of Whitefish Bay, Vis-Con-Sin (my home state) completed a successful TRA L-2 flight to upgrade her license. Great job *young lady*!
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Last but, not least...Jill Davis of Springfield Missouri also completed the flight portion of her TRA L-2 licensing! Smoked the sky with that Wildman Interceptor!
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I want to thank ALL OF YOU for allowing me to be your TAP and, putting up with me for the first two beautiful days we have had so far...

NOW Sunday approaches and, it's time for me to play.
Tomorrow I am flying TWO-2 Stage Rockets-:surprised: I would suggest you keep an eye on your pets and, children!

You've been warned! :no:

CzTeacherMan said:

Midwest Power 2016, Day 2

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Crowds were LDRS-like.

dixontj93060 said:

Crowds were LDRS-like.

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And we kept the line moving MWP style!

Absolutely amazing. ..
What a wonderful time being had by all..
What a welcoming bunch of people you all are...
My wife and I have never felt more welcome and at home...
We've just laughed and watched the coolest flights you've ever seen all day long...
And there's still tomorrow. .....
Just amazing. ....

Teddy

Jeff Karsten lost a 6" dia. Rocket with a GREEN & BLACK paint scheme yesterday and, approached Jimmy S and, myself before leaving around 5:30pm. IF anyone finds it please return it to the RSO Table and, either Wildman or I can call him As he had to leave town.
I can also be PM'd as I have his phone number.

I think WE all know this feeling... Hopefully it has a happy outcome.

Thanks again everyone-

Any idea of general location, Gus?

onebadhawk said:

Absolutely amazing. ..
What a wonderful time being had by all..
What a welcoming bunch of people you all are...
My wife and I have never felt more welcome and at home...
We've just laughed and watched the coolest flights you've ever seen all day long...
And there's still tomorrow. .....
Just amazing. ....

Teddy

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IDK Teddy... according to the pic I saw all you did was sleep.

CzTeacherMan said:

And we kept the line moving MWP style!

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You certainly kept things running as quickly and smoothly as you could. I think that was the fastest shift that I have ever put in out at the pads.

What a fabulous launch--kudos to Jason, Steve, Adrian, Erik and all the QRCS crew!