This is a Tripoli Launch Site ONLY .......... We are committed to and adhere to RESEARCH LAUNCHING RULES.
Set up time starts around 10:30 AM and sometimes later depending on weather. Launching ends officially at 5 PM but could finish sooner depending on weather and day light. Ceiling of 13,500 feet. Any motor allowed up to and including M.
All launches are at Riggert Field off Rt. 116 just West of Metamora IL. It is a right turn off 116 at Riggert Rd. sign from East Peoria.
Every Launch will have a Prefect available to Join Tripoli and to certify L-1 and L-2. A TAP member will be on site as well
Launch Fees are $10 per DAY for High Power. $5 per day for G motors and lower for adults. Kids fly FREE (A and up thru F motors). The Peoria Area Rocket Society (PARS) is a model rocket club serving Peoria and surrounding communities. We are dedicated to Fun, Education, and above all Safety in our model rocket activities. Non-members, newcomers and spectators are welcome at all events.
As of January 1, 2012 Research Launches may now use 90% of their waiver. This means we can now fly to 13,500 ft.
