Desert Heat 2022

Desert Heat is back in 2022! Please join us for a full weekend of model rocketry at the TIMPA flying field near Picture Rocks, AZ, April 1 - 3, 2022!

• Pre-registration runs through Midnight, Sunday, March 27, 2022. Registration fees increase by $5 per day after March 27.
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  The pre-order window for Desert Heat 2022 T-shirts is closed, but we will have limited quantities for purchase online or on site, but we can't guarantee we'll have your size. Size Chart
• All fliers must volunteer a shift to help make Desert Heat possible. Shift assignments available on the registration form and at the registration desk.
• Only registered fliers with a valid wristband are permitted north of the flight line fence; pick up your wrist band and merchandise at the registration desk.
• Maximum altitude for Class 2 rockets is 5,000 ft.
• Maximum motor impulse limit is a single M.
• All flights of K impulse or higher must be approved in advance by emailing rangeops@sararocketry.org
• High power fliers must present a current NAR or Tripoli certification card at registration.
• High power certifications are possible with advance notification by emailing certification@sararocketry.org.
• Tent and RV camping will be available, but NO FIRES will be permitted. Gas grills and stoves are OK over sandy campsite areas.
• Schedule:
• • Friday, April 1, 2022 1300 - 1500: Volunteers set up range and fly as time permits
  • Friday, April 1, 2022 1500 - 1800: Daytime launch for volunteers who helped get SARA flying this year
  • Friday, April 1 2022 1800 - 2100: Night launch for volunteers who helped get SARA flying this year
  • Saturday April 2 2022 0800 - 1800 Regular Launch Operations
  • Saturday April 2 2022 1200 - 1300: Radio Controlled Flight Demonstration 
  • Saturday April 2 2022 1800 - 2100: Night Launch
  • Sunday April 3 2022 0800 - 1200: Regular Launch Operations
  • Sunday April 3 2022 1200 - 1300: Range Cleanup--Please stay to help!