Earlier this week, we released a how-to construction video that shows how to assemble your multi-part fin correctly to make it strong and flat - Emphasis on "flat," as that seems to be the question that most people have asked about.

We've got new Rocket Ejection Capsules in from a new company called Event Horizons Rocketry. These are a convenient solution for dual-deployment of your high power rocket. The canisters provides a reliable and safe method to hold the black powder needed to eject your recovery system. They have a Firewire starter built into them, so you don't need a separate igniter. If you remember the old Pratt Hobbies ejection capsules, these are a nice replacement.

On Saturday, I got to make the final launches of the new edition of the 4-inch diameter fiberglass rocket called the Level-2. The flights were awesome, as you can see from the photo here. We had some snow earlier in the week, so our mountains looked like they had powdered sugar on them. It was a bit chilly, but the wind was calm and the view was spectacular. We also got to launch our next two new rockets, which we'll talk about in the near future.

We're still on track to release the rocket next Tuesday, March 28th. You can add your email to the "Back-in-Stock" notification list. There are a limited number, so we suggest that you're on this list so you can get one of the first batch.

One little surprise that I didn't mention before is a whole new series of 18 construction videos for the rocket. Since this rocket is a bit different from the original version, it required a updated set of videos showing the simplified assembly sequence. These videos are great for the people who have never worked with either a fiberglass rocket or attempted dual deployment before. For experienced rocketeers, we do have the normal kit instructions that will walk you through the assembly much faster. These pdf instructions are already on the website, so you can check out how this version is upgraded from traditional fiberglass kits.

Tool of the Month: A Pocket Scale

For the month of March, we're offering a super deal on an indispensible tool for all rocketeers. Introducing our small digital scale. With a maximum capacity of 200 grams, this scale can weigh even the smallest of objects with precision of 0.01 grams. The large digital LCD screen provides clear and easy-to-read measurements without having to put on your reading glasses. It has a blue back-lit panel that can be turned on and off for use in bright sunlight or at those rare night launches.

This compact and lightweight scale is designed to provide accurate measurements for a variety of small objects, making it an essential addition to any hobbyist's toolkit. And it is small enough to fit in your rangebox or back pocket for on-the-go measurements. It is perfect for weighing out black powder for dual-deployment ejection charges. And if you have RockSim, it will allow you to perform accurate simulations because you'll know the mass of every component.

To get ths scale for free (it's a $15.95 value), just purchase $150 worth of Apogee's merchandise. This offer is only available until March 31, 2023, so don't miss your chance to save on a valuable tool. Act fast, as this offer will not be repeated!

What to Look Forward to Next Week?

In the March 28th issue of the Peak-of-Flight newsletter, I have an article about the oddball terminology that is used by people that talk about dual-deployment rockets. Things like: pyro events, ejection charge wells, drogue chutes, D-bags, Quick Links, etc. If you've been in rocketry for a while, you may have heard of these terms. But we have to remember that most people who are new to the hobby have never heard the terms before, and have no idea what they mean. So in this article, I want to clarify what they mean, what is important and what is optional.

I'll see you in your email in-box next Tuesday.