GO NSL 2022

[Sandy H.]

@cwbullet

Given the potential weather leading up to the launch, can you post some generalities about how this field tolerates rain vs. time before the launch? For example, I know the Midland, NC field ROCC flies at needs a few dry days after heavy rain to be acceptable.

I believe the sod farms are generally a bit better due to the soil conditions, but it might be good to get a heads-up as to what you expect the fields to be like with the rain predicted leading up to the event. I imagine anybody coming in from far away wouldn't alter their plans, but for those doing a day trip, it might help to decide which day to attend based on what the field conditions are likely to be.

Thanks for any insight you can provide.

Sandy.

 

[cwbullet]

@cwbullet

Given the potential weather leading up to the launch, can you post some generalities about how this field tolerates rain vs. time before the launch? For example, I know the Midland, NC field ROCC flies at needs a few dry days after heavy rain to be acceptable.

I believe the sod farms are generally a bit better due to the soil conditions, but it might be good to get a heads-up as to what you expect the fields to be like with the rain predicted leading up to the event. I imagine anybody coming in from far away wouldn't alter their plans, but for those doing a day trip, it might help to decide which day to attend based on what the field conditions are likely to be.

Thanks for any insight you can provide.

Sandy.

The field is very tolerant of rain. As long as it is not gonna lightning on the day of the launch, we will fly. The waiver altitude will be limited by the cloud cover.

 

[Wally Ferrer]

qq @cwbullet, will there be any mini and micro rails available?

 

[cwbullet]

qq @cwbullet, will there be any mini and micro rails available?

There will be two low power pads for Mini and Micro. What size motors do your need them for?

 

[Wally Ferrer]

I just have some 18mm that have mini and micro rail buttons instead of launch lugs, thanks... At least now I'll bring them and fly them, time permitting.

 

[cwbullet]

I just have some 18mm that have mini and micro rail buttons instead of launch lugs, thanks... At least now I'll bring them and fly them, time permitting.

Ok. We will have them at LP. We do not like Gs flying that close. I do not think they make an 18mm G.

 

[hobie1dog]

I guess Chuck missed my question

 

[cwbullet]

Guess I'll ask. Will there be any spot for handicap parking? I know it's not likely as I'll be the only handicapped flyer there. I'm only going to be there Saturday.

I will ask. We typically do not have designated parking.

 

[cwbullet]

Guess I'll ask. Will there be any spot for handicap parking? I know it's not likely as I'll be the only handicapped flyer there. I'm only going to be there Saturday.

I carved off a spot near the front.

 

[cwbullet]

If anyone else needs a handicap slot, send me a note via conversation and I will try to reserve a slot. It will be at the front end of the vendor side.

 

[jddj]

@cwbullet, Couple-three questions:

1. Are there restrooms/porta-jons on site?

2. Any restrictions/need-to-knows about parking, setting up sun shades/tables/prep areas?

3. I signed up for preferred/backup slots on the duty roster at the NAR registration page. Where can I see the final roster so I make sure I hit my shifts on time?

 

[jordan.jacob]

Good morning @cwbullet! What rail lengths will be available at the event? Would like to know ahead of time for RockSim simulations.

 

[cwbullet]

Most are 8. I have a 15 foot 1515 and 15 foot unistrut. We have others but is most are 8-10 feet. Our inventory is pretty deep and there are some of various lengths available.

 

[cwbullet]

Good morning @cwbullet! What rail lengths will be available at the event? Would like to know ahead of time for RockSim simulations.

Most are 8. I have a 15 foot 1515 and 15 foot unistrut. We have others but is most are 8-10 feet. Our inventory is pretty deep and there are some of various lengths available.

 

[Wally Ferrer]

See y’all there..!

 

[jddj]

@cwbullet any help on my 3 questions?

@cwbullet, Couple-three questions:

1. Are there restrooms/porta-jons on site?

2. Any restrictions/need-to-knows about parking, setting up sun shades/tables/prep areas?

3. I signed up for preferred/backup slots on the duty roster at the NAR registration page. Where can I see the final roster so I make sure I hit my shifts on time?

 

[cwbullet]

@cwbullet any help on my 3 questions?

1. Porta Johns: Yes
2. You will be designated space / slot when you show up. No restrictions on shades or tents, but space is limited. If you show up with a circus tent, that might be a deal-breaker. Unless it is air conditioned and you share it.
3. PM me your real name and I will check the roster.

Volunteer Schedule | National Association of Rocketry

www.nar.org

 

[hobie1dog]

Chuck: any food vendors at this event? If not, how far is the nearest place to grab lunch?

 

[cwbullet]

Chuck: any food vendors at this event? If not, how far is the nearest place to grab lunch?

Yes:
Food truck on site. BBQ. Will have pulled pork ribs on Saturday. Pulled pork and brisket Sunday. A lighter menu on Monday. Hamburgers and hotdogs all days.

 

[hobie1dog]

I heard you put on one heck of an event

 

[cwbullet]

I heard you put on one heck of an event

I hope so. It has been a lot of work.

 

[cwbullet]

Attention: If you are attending NSL. Please do not arrive early and try to squat out prime tent space. You will be assigned a location and the flight line is changing from prior launches. Any early setups before we assign your slot (Approximately 1400-1500 on Friday) will risk being told to move.

 

[cwbullet]

Can I pay flight fees on the field?

Yes, but bring cash.

 

[Gus]

Chuck, thanks for all the hard work your team has put into this and for all the helpful info you've been posting here. Really looking forward to flying with you guys this weekend. -Steve

 

[Wally Ferrer]

Thanks @cwbullet does that mean we can get a location to set up our tents Friday late afternoon to avoid setting up Saturday morning and leave the frame up overnight? How do we find out where our assigned spot is?

 

[Sandy H.]

Attention: If you are attending NSL. Please do not arrive early and try to squat out prime tent space. You will be assigned a location and the flight line is changing from prior launches. Any early setups before we assign your slot (Approximately 1400-1500 on Friday) will risk being told to move.

I totally misread the last sentence and thought at first you were going to have to assign 1400-1500 slots. . . I was so surprised (obviously) that I re-read it twice before remembering your occupation and then all made sense, of course.

That would be one heck of a launch, though!!!

Sandy.

 

[cwbullet]

I totally misread the last sentence and thought at first you were going to have to assign 1400-1500 slots. . . I was so surprised (obviously) that I re-read it twice before remembering your occupation and then all made sense, of course.

That would be one heck of a launch, though!!!

Sandy.

The goal is to set up the flight line and allow people to set up a canopy for Saturday. The first is to set up the pads and launch equipment.

 

[cwbullet]

On my way to NSL!

 

[cwbullet]

One hour to go to set up and we are in Orangeburg

 

[cwbullet]

Slight change of plans - We cannot go to the field until after 10 am tomorrow (Saturday). They are spraying the field.