NAR HPR Level 2 Certification Practice Exam: Section A - Applicable Regulations

There will be (10) questions on the actual exam from Section A's (21) question pool. For each question below, click on the circle next to the correct answer. When you have finished the exam, Click the 'Score My Exam' button at the bottom of the page. Good luck!

 

Question A1
Which of the following National Fire Protection Association standards provides a code for high power rocketry?

A. NFPA 1122
B. NFPA 1124
C. NFPA 1125
D. NFPA 1127

 

Question A2
What part of the Federal Aviation Regulations govern rocket activity?

A. Part 95
B. Part 97
C. Part 101
D. Part 125

 

Question A3
What is the maximum launch weight allowable for a rocket which does not require FAA waiver?

A. 4 ounces (113 grams)
B. 4.4 ounces (125 grams)
C. 1 pound (453 grams)
D. 3.3 pounds (1500 grams)

 

Question A4
What is the maximum propellant weight allowable for a rocket which does not require an FAA waiver?

A. 4 ounces (113 grams)
B. 4.4 ounces (125 grams)
C. 1 pound (453 grams)
D. 3.3 pounds (1500 grams)

 

Question A5
What is the maximum total impulse allowable for a rocket which does not require an FAA waiver?

A. 80 Newton-seconds
B. 160 Newton-seconds
C. 320 Newton-seconds
D. There is no impulse limit

 

Question A6
What is the maximum launch weight allowable for a rocket when complying with the FAR 101 regulations for no waiver required?

A. 4 ounces (113 grams)
B. 4.4 ounces (125 grams)
C. 1 pound (453 grams)
D. 3.3 pounds (1500 grams)

 

Question A7
What is the maximum propellant weight allowable for a rocket without needing an FAA waiver?

A. 4 ounces (113 grams)
B. 4.4 ounces (125 grams)
C. 1 pound (453 grams)
D. 3.3 pounds (1500 grams)

 

Question A8
Which of the following is a requirement for high power certification [Note: Excludes NAR Jr. HPR program]:

A. The ability to understand written English instructions
B. A minimum of 18 years of age
C. A citizen of the United States of America
D. No felony convictions

 

Question A9
What is the maximum total impulse permitted in a high power rocket per NFPA 1127?

A. 81,920 Newton-seconds
B. 40,960 Newton-seconds
C. 20,480 Newton-seconds
D. There is no limit provided the FAA altitude waiver requirements are not exceeded

 

Question A10
What is the maximum allowable weight for a high power rocket permitted per NFPA 1127?

A. 100 pounds
B. 400 pounds
C. 3069 pounds
D. There is no limit provided the rocket weighs less than 1/3 of the average certified thrust of the motors intended to be ignited at launch

 

Question A11
What is the minimum age for user certification? [Note: Excludes NAR Jr. HPR program]

A. 16 years old
B. 18 years old
C. 21 years old
D. 25 years old

 

Question A12
Which of the following characteristics does NOT meet the definition of a High Power Rocket Motor?

A. Total impulse is more than 160 Newton-seconds
B. The motor uses a “composite“ propellant
C. Average thrust greater than 80 Newtons
D. Propellant weight greater than 125 grams

 

Question A13
Which of the following is (are) true of a complex high power rocket per NFPA 1127?

A. The rocket is multi-staged or propelled by a cluster of rocket motors
B. The rocket contains electrical or electronic devices intended for control of the rockets functions, e.g. staging, recovery initiation
C. The rocket uses other than parachute or streamer recovery, e.g. helicopter or glide recovery
D. Both “A“ and “B“ above

 

Question A14
A launch site is defined as containing areas for which of the following activities?

A. Launching
B. Recovery
C. Parking
D. All of the above

 

Question A15
A person shall fly a high power rocket only in compliance with:

A. NFPA 1127
B. Federal Aviation Administration Regulations, Part 101
C. Federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, statutes, and ordinances
D. All of the above

 

Question A16
Which of the following statements is always true concerning the definition of a hybrid rocket motor?

A. The fuel component is composed of either paper or plastic
B. The fuel is in a different physical state (solid, liquid, or gaseous) than the oxidizer
C. The oxidizer component is nitrous oxide
D. Both ”A” and ”C” above”

 

Question A17
Per the ATF-Explosives Law and Regulation (Orange Book) what kind of explosive material is black powder?

A. High Explosive
B. Low Explosive
C. Blasting Agent
D. Non-explosive

 

Question A18
The minimum age for an explosive permit application is:

A. 16 years or older
B. 18 years or older
C. 21 years or older
D. 25 years or older

 

Question A19
Which of the following statements are true concerning the definition of a High Power Rocket Motor?

A. Total impulse is less than 81,920 Newton-seconds
B. The total impulse is more than 160 Newton-seconds
C. Both A and B above
D. The motor must use either fiberglass or metal case materials

 

Question A20
A certified individual wants to purchase a “L“ motor reloadable casing at a launch in a state other than his residence. Which of the following is true?

A. He must possess an Explosives User’s Permit
B. He does not require an Explosives User’s Permit
C. He must pay in advance for the motor purchase
D. He must use the reload kit on the same day as purchase

 

Question A21
Which of the following (hypothetical) rocket motors is NOT a High Power Rocket Motor?

A. An F90 with 40 grams of propellant
B. An H60 with 62 grams of propellant
C. A G35 with 66 grams of propellant
D. All of the above are High Power Rocket Motors

 


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