"Today is a historic day for SpaceX. For a
brand-new rocket to accomplish this much on its first mission is
truly impressive, given the historical difficulties of first
flights." Source: Bretton Alexander,
President of the Commercial Spaceflight Federation.
Firing a rocket motor in a restrained, protected area for
purposes of recording chamber pressure, thrust, wall temperature,
plume characteristics, burning duration, etc.
Fun Places To
Fly
It's the weekend, and in many places the flying weather is
pretty specatcular. Even dodging around the occasional rainshower
can be a fun flying experience. But where to go? Here's a website
that helps you find nearby "fun places to fly."