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14 CFR §101.22

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The following definitions apply to this subpart:
  1. (a)Class 1—Model Rocket means an amateur rocket that:
    1. (1)Uses no more than 125 grams (4.4 ounces) of propellant;
    2. (2)Uses a slow-burning propellant;
    3. (3)Is made of paper, wood, or breakable plastic;
    4. (4)Contains no substantial metal parts; and
    5. (5)Weighs no more than 1,500 grams (53 ounces), including the propellant.
  2. (b)Class 2—High-Power Rocket means an amateur rocket other than a model rocket that is propelled by a motor or motors having a combined total impulse of 40,960 Newton-seconds (9,208 pound-seconds) or less.
  3. (c)Class 3—Advanced High-Power Rocket means an amateur rocket other than a model rocket or high-power rocket.