“The premier launch site in the south of England.”
July Monthly Launch confirmed
6th July
10.30 to 17.00
Vendors
Rockets and Things - Confirmed
Wizard Rocketry - Confirmed
EARS is committed to using United Kingdom Airspace responsibly. We work closely with the Civil Aviation Authority, National Air Traffic Services (NATS) and the regional Air Traffic Control to ensure EARS rocket launches do not endanger other air users.
Our maximum allowed altitude is 10,000 feet - this required clearance from NATS. All flights above 3,000 feet must be dual deploy to ensure that rockets do not overfly the limits of our agreed launch site and recovery area.
When planning your flight, ensure you do an accurate simulation, using a recognised simulation application (Open Rocket, Roc Sim or Thrustcurve.org) Ensure your simulation has accurate data about the rocket. If your proposed flight is likely to reach 5000’ (1500m), you must contact the EARS Committee (committee@ears.org.uk) a minimum of two weeks prior to the proposed launch date to discuss any permission that may be required from NATS.
All flyers must be familiar with our policies on safe flying
Weather
MetCheck Weather for the latest forecast.
Club Membership
Membership includes EARS flying fees but does not include BMFA flying insurance or the Big EARS event.
Membership runs from 1st January until 31st December.
If you join in December the membership will be valid for the next calendar year
Annual Membership Fees
| Membership Type | Fee (£) |
|---|---|
| Senior | 45.00 |
| Junior (under 18) | 25.00 |
| Family (upto 4 family members) | 80.00 |
| Student Groups (upto 5 fliers) | 100.00 |
| Non flying attendees | |
| under 5 | free |
| 6-17 | 5.00 |
| 18+ | 10.00 |
A discount on Annual Membership of £10 is available to Full Time Students aged 18-25 upon proof of current full time student enrolment
Visitor Flying Fees
In line with other clubs, the one-off ‘taster’ introductory day membership and BMFA cover can only be used once by new fliers.
Members of other recognised UKRA / BMFA affiliated clubs are eligible for day flying fee, but may be asked to prove they hold annual membership with the affiliated club.
| Type | One Day Flying | Flying plus BMFA Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 10.00 | 15.00 |
| Junior (under 18) | 5.00 | 10.00 |
Please review the membership requirements and forms
Questions? Feedback? Let us know!
- info@ears.org.uk
- Rogues Lane, Elsworth, Cambridge, CB23 4HZ
- The EARS rocket range is accessed via a single lane concrete surfaced track located close to New Farm, that leads off from Rogues Lane across open farmland. As you drive onto the track you will notice a copse of fir trees some distance ahead. Drive carefully along the track, taking particular care on the uneven surface, and avoiding the ditches on either side. The track is also used by walkers and cyclists, so drive with caution. At the first turning on the track, turn left, following the line of the trimmed garden hedge, following the turning right, then left again. You will now be approaching the EARS range down a slight incline. Be aware that rocket launches may already be in progress when you arrive. As you slowly approach the range, you will be directed by club officials regarding parking. You are on private farmland - please respect this. There is no right of way except where indicated.
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