The aerospace industry has always been at the forefront of technological innovation, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible. One of the most significant advancements in recent years has been the use of composite materials in aviation and rocketry.
Weather plays a crucial role in the fields of rocketry and aviation, influencing every aspect of operations from planning and execution to safety and efficiency. Understanding and managing weather conditions are essential for ensuring the success of rocket launches and the safety of aviation activities. This blog delves into the various ways weather affects rocketry …
Beyond Blue Aerospace continues to support the annual Launch Canada Challenge. This is the largest student rocketry competition in Canada and continues to grow every year ! We support the planning and technical review process throughout the school year, donate our launch equipment for the STEM outreach program, and are onsite all week to help …
Vipe is the annual Quebec Rocketry club’s summer launch. It takes place near St. Prime QC, Canada and has a ceiling of 12,000′. It was a mix of sun and light rain on the Saturday (July 13, 2024). Several thunder storm systems passed nearby but fortunately mostly avoided our launch site. The wind was light …
A sunny winter day on the ice at Rice Lake to launch a few rockets. We launched a single stage Nike, then a 2-stager, followed by a 3-motor cluster rocket. Here is a video of the flights. A special thank you to Jason for being LCO for the morning, and our spectators who helped make …
