Thunda Down Under.
The greatest rocket launch in the Southern Hemisphere is coming
March 12-15 2015
Launchsite location:
The launch property is approximately 15 minutes north of Westmar, Qld, for travel planning purposes aim for the Westmar Roadhouse at the intersection of Meandarra-Talwood Rd, and the Moonie Highway, at Westmar. We’re liaising with the farmer as to which field we’re launching from, and the full details including directions within the site itself will be published closer to the launch date.
Camping:
Staying onsite is recommended – camping under the Aussie night sky is something to be experienced, whether you grab a swag, tent, or motorhome (RV) you’ll have a great time. Toilet facilities will be available.
GET YOUR BUTT TO THUNDA!
SPECTATOR REGISTRATION!
Over the last few months, we have had an overwhelming interest in ARTDU 2015 from a number of special interest groups and other spectators. Because of the indicative number of people attending and due to insurance requirements and other responsibilities, the ARTDU 2015 team have added Spectator Registrations to the thunda.com.au website.
Spectator registrations are mandatory for all non flyers and are broken into two categories. Online pre-registrations are available as follows:
- Children (3-13 years of age) $5.00
- Adults (over 13 years of age) $10.00
Children under the age of 3 are free.
Registrations completed onsite at the event will be $10.00 for Children and $15.00 for Adults.
School groups will be able to register for special rates, so please contact us at thunda@ausrocketry.com.au with your details for more information.
When registering, simply enter the names of all of the spectators in your group.
If you have any queries, please email thunda@ausrocketry.com.au
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SECRETS OF THE UNIVERSE – (Special presentation for people who have registered for the ‘Banquet Under the Stars’)
How was the solar system formed? What are black holes? Will our sun really die? Will we live on Mars? How are stars made? Are there really other universes? These questions and more will be answered in a fascinating astronomy show called ‘Secrets of the Universe’.
Presented by David Reneke and the Mid North Coast Astronomy Group, this presentation contains a digital audio/visual show followed by a laser guided sky tour and telescopes viewings of epic proportions. Additionally there will be ‘safe solar viewing’ sessions during the day, allowing attendees unique viewings of the sun’s disc, large sunspots and solar flares if they are happening. Don’t miss this BIG crowd pleaser.
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Some entrants
Karl Hempenhall
Full Scale V2 rocket, massive powerplant.
Flyer’s Name: Stewart Campbell
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Rocket Name: Nike Smoke ½ Scale
Estimated Altitude: 13,500’
Length: 3.134m (10’3”)
Dia: 232mm (8.25”)
Proposed GLOW: 37kg (81.6 pounds)
Proposed Motor/s: CTI 98mm 6G N1100 Moonburner
etc.