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2026 National Event
NARAM-67
Muncie, Indiana • June 29 - July 2, 2026

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The National Association of Rocketry invites you to NARAM 67, the 67th annual meet of the National Association of Rocketry. First held in 1958, NARAM is the highlight of the competition rocketry calendar, and is where National Champions have been crowned for decades. With the recent surge in interest in Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI) flying his year’s event will feature the NARAM Cup, an FAI sanctioned international cup meet, and will also serve as the Team Selection event for the Team that will represent the United States at the 2027 FAI World Spacemodeling Championships in Poland.

NARAM kicks off on Sunday, June 28 with registration, flyer briefings, turn-in for craft events, and fellowship. Flying will begin on Monday, June 29, and continue through Thursday, July 2. A separate, dedicated sport range will be open on Monday, June 29 and Tuesday, June 30. Additional sport flying may be accommodated on the contest range after this as the flow of competition flying allows.

NARAM 67 will take place at the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana, the finest dedicated aeromodeling facility in the world. Contest flying will be on AMA Flying Site 4 all four days, and sport flying will take place on Site 1 Monday and Tuesday only. No FAA waiver will be in place for this event, but Class 1 rockets up to G impulse are welcome to fly.

We encourage all flyers to register before online registration closes on Wednesday, June 24. In-person registration will be available on the flying field during NARAM.

Some truly special evening activities are planned, including classics like the Cannon Auction, which raises funds to support the NAR’s core education mission, Scale Model Viewing opportunities, and the annual Awards Banquet. In addition, Vern Estes will be launching his long awaited book on the early history of Estes Industries, “Dear Mr. Estes,” and will be on hand to sign copies.

There will also be a special panel discussion with industry leaders Mallory Langford, Gary Rosenfield, and Bill Stine, "From Hobby to High-Tech: Innovation and the Future of Sport Rocketry.” Mallory, Gary, and Bill will offer their thoughts on the potential trajectory our hobby might take in the coming years as they discuss both challenges and opportunities facing the entire rocketry community. You won’t want to miss any of these exciting events, so plan to attend NARAM 67 now!

Latest Updates:

There have been updates to the schedule. (6.1.26)
NARAM-67 Update: Online registration will close on Wednesday, June 24. (5.27.26)
Submissions for the FAI Scoreboard and the NRC Scoreboard must be submitted by Monday, June 22. (5.27.26)
Additional Banquet tickets and NARAM-67 Pins/Patches have been added to checkout items. (5.20.26)
Vern Estes, and his daughter Betty, will be attending NARAM. Vern has written a book, 'Dear Mr. Estes.' He will be speaking about the book and autographing a limited number of copies. (5.19.26)
There have been updates to the schedule. (5.19.26)
Link to the NARAM-67 Cup, Bulletin #2 (5.11.26)

NARAM-67 Flight Card • NARAM-67 Range Duty Signup • NARAM Vendor Signup

Sport Flying

Model/Low Power sport flights will be hosted by ROCI (NAR section 625) and AMOREA (NAR section 540) at Site 1 Monday and Tuesday only. No FAA waiver will be in place for this event. Limited sport flying will be available at the competition range on a non-interference basis July 1st and 2nd. Sport flyers are strongly encouraged to complete sport flights at Site 1 on June 29th and 30th. Sport flying will require significant volunteer participation, see the sign-up link for available slots.

No sparky motors, and no motors greater than G impulse, are permitted to be flown. Permitted motors must be NAR-certified with an average thrust not greater than 80 Newtons, and maximum total impulse not greater than 160 Ns. Make sure the total installed motors for clustered and multi-staged rockets stays within the allowable maximums for low power flights.

Contest Information

Sanctioned by:

National Association of Rocketry (NAR) and Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI).

Organizer:

Matt Steele, Contest Director
63 E 11400 S #203
Sandy, UT 84070
Matt@northcoastrocketry.com
(661) 609-6661
Assistant Contest Director:
Dr. Mike Nowak

FAI World Cup Events

S4A (A Rocket Glide), S6A (1/2A Streamer Duration, S7 (Scale), S8P (D Precision Radio Control Rocket Glide), S9A (1/2A Helicopter Duration)

Additional FAI Open International Events/ US Team Flyoffs Events

S1B (FAI B Altitude), S2/P (Precision Eggloft Altitude), S3A (1/2A Parachute Duration), S5B (Juniors only), S5C (Seniors only) and S8D (D Radio Control Rocket Glide – Juniors only). Record attempts for S1C, S1D, S1E and S1F are also permitted.

Additional NAR National Championships Events

A Altitude, C Eggloft Altitude, and Concept Scale. See the Schedule matrix below for a description of what is being flown in each event.

Contest Rules

A current FAI license (from any NAC) is required to fly the World Cup. NAR/CAR members may participate as unofficial contestants in the World Cup. A current NAR membership is required to fly in the NAR contest events.

Entry Fees:

Senior Contestants: $124.99 each

Junior Contestants: (under 18 years old as of date of contest): $99.99

Sport Flyers: $69.99 each

First Member of a Team to Register: $124.99 each

Additional Team Contestants (per member attending the meet): $69.99 each

Please note that Entry Fees include motors for use in S1B, S3A, S4A, S5B, S6A, S7 (Juniors only), S9A, and reloads for S8P and S8D. Motors used for the remaining events are the contestant’s responsibility.

Special Events

Manufacturer’s Forum—Monday evening

Dear Mr. Estes Book Signing—Tuesday evening
Bob Cannon Charity Auction—Tuesday evening

Manufacturer’s Demostration Flights—Thursday morning

Awards Banquet—Thursday evening

Merchandise

One NARAM-67 patch will be provided as part of the Contestant’s Fee. Additional pins and patches are available at check-out. T-Shirts are available on a pre-order basis; no on-site sales.

Contest Notes

Motors, igniters and plugs will be provided to contestants at the meet for S1B, S3A, S4A, S5B, S6A, S7 (Juniors), S8D, S8P and S9A. Registration fee for this event will include the cost of the motors provided.

The only motors provided will be:

S1B: Estes A10-0 Booster, 1/2A3-4T Sustainer

S3A: Estes 1/2A3-2T, 1/2A3-4T (choice of either)

S4A: Estes A3-2T, A3-4T (choice of either)

S5B: Estes B6-4, B6-6 (choice of either)

S6A: Estes 1/2A3-2T, 1/2A3-4T (choice of either)

S7 (Juniors): Estes D12-3

S8D & S8P: Aerotech D2.3 reloads; Note: D2.3 reloads will be provided; it is the contestant’s responsibility to bring their own cases with a plugged forward closure

S9A: Estes 1/2A3-2T, 1/2A3-4T (choice of either)

Contestants must provide motors for the remaining events; they must be NAR safety certified and contain 30 grams or less of propellant.

Adrel altimeters only can be used for S1B, S2P, S5B and S5C. Adrel altimeters will be available for rental for a $100 refundable deposit, or competitor can supply their own.

Every flyer is expected to bring at least one support person who can help time during the contest. We rely on volunteer timers to make sure the meet flows smoothly and that everyone gets to fly when they would like. Volunteer timers also eliminates the need for range shifts, letting contestants concentrate on flying.

FAI Jury

Jury President: Taras Tataryn (CAN)

Jury: Dr. John Langford (USA)
Jury: Cassidy Steele Stewart (USA)
Jury Alternate: Dr. Steve Kristal (USA)
Jury Alternate: Dr. Mike Nowak (USA)

Range Safety Officers

Dr. John Hochheimer (USA)
Brian Muzek (USA)
Jim Filler (USA)
Dr. Chris Kidwell (USA)
Matt Steele (USA)

S7 Judges

John Brohm (CAN)
Pat McCarthy (USA)
Jim Filler (USA)
Chris Flanigan (USA)

Alternates:
Dr. Bob Kreutz (USA)
Jay Marsh (USA)

Spectator Information

Situational Awareness. Objects often fall from the sky, sometimes at a very high speed. We have rules and procedures to make this activity as safe for everyone as possible, but things can happen if the rules are not followed. Everyone attending must understand and follow these rules to ensure safety.

Pay attention. Every flight is potentially dangerous to you and your family. If the Launch Control Officer (LCO) yells “Heads up!” he means it.
If you hear “Heads Up” and/or an air hornblasting, it means that a rocket, or parts of it, is falling into the spectator/parking area. GET UP, SCAN THE SKY, and make sure that you or the people near you are not under the falling object!
Parents please keep your children under control and are sure they understand these rules.
Pets; can we bring our dog? Rockets are often very loud; many dogs are very frightened of these loud, fast-moving objects. If Fido is accustomed to rockets then you may bring him LEASHED, and be prepared to clean up after him.
Use of Radio Control—R/C rocket-boosted glider flights originating from the either the main range or S8 flying area should leave the area directly over the range or spectator areas following the boost phase of flight so that other models may be launched. R/C model flights that are not part of NARAM competition or sport rocket activities shall not be made near the ranges or spectators. All R/C flyers shall be familiar with and in compliance of all FAA UAV regulations including TRUST certificate and registration markings if required on aircraft.
Please stay behind the flagged flight line barrier, and do not set up your chairs, etc. at the barrier.
If the LCO announces a flight as a “Heads Up” flight, that means get on your feet and pay attention until the rocket’s recovery device deploys, or until the rocket is on the ground.
Do not attempt to catch any rocket as it lands.
Do not pick up or move any rocket that is not yours, unless you have the owner’s permission.
Park your vehicle in the designated parking area.
Please keep control of your trash and help us to keep the property clean.

NARAM is a Carry In, Carry Out Event

Schedule of Events

We have sport flying available at its own range (separate from the contest range) for two days of our on-field schedule. This has been made possible with the help of several sport flyers who have volunteered for sport range duties. But they can use your help - if you plan to sport fly please sign up for sport range duties.

Sunday June 28, 2026

Time	Description
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.	Event Registration (At Hotel)
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.	Competitors Briefing
8:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.	Model Check-In (Monday Events)
8:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.	S5 Scale Altitude/S7 Scale/Concept Scale Model Turn-In

Monday June 29

Time	Description
7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Model Check-In (Monday Events)
7:45 a.m. - 7:55 a.m.	Fliers On-Field Briefing
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.	A RG Duration Multi-Round (S4A) - Round 1
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	A RG Duration Multi-Round (S4A) - Round 2
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.	A RG Duration Multi-Round (S4A) - Round 3
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon	1/2A Helicopter Duration Multi-Round (S9A) - Round 1
12:00 Noon - 12:30 p.m.	Lunch Break
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.	1/2A Helicopter Duration Multi-Round (S9A) - Round 2
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	1/2A Helicopter Duration Multi-Round (S9A) - Round 3
2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	C Egg Lofting Altitude
5:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.	A RG and A HD - Flyoffs (If Needed)
9:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.	Model Check-In (Tuesday Events)
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.	Manufacturers Forum: Innovators, vendors, and manufacturers will have the opportunity to present their latest offerings to the rocketry community.
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.	In-Person Voting for NAR Board Candidates

Tuesday June 30

Time	Description
7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Model Check-In (Tuesday Events)
7:45 a.m. - 7:55 a.m.	Fliers On-Field Briefing
8:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.	1/2A Parachute Duration Multi-Round (S3A) - Round 1
9:15 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.	1/2A Parachute Duration Multi-Round (S3A) - Round 2
10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon	1/2A Parachute Duration Multi-Round (S3A) - Round 3
12 Noon - 12:30 p.m.	Lunch Break
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.	1/2A Streamer Duration Multi-Round (S6A) - Round 1
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	1/2A Streamer Duration Multi-Round (S6A) - Round 2
2:30 p.m. - 3: 30 p.m.	1/2A Streamer Duration Multi-Round (S6A) - Round 3
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.	A Altitude
5:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.	1/2A PD and 1/2A SD - Flyoffs (if needed)
6:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.	Vern Estes presents “Dear Mr. Estes.” Join Vern Estes as he unveils his long-awaited book covering the early days of model rocketry and the founding of Estes Industries, in conversation with Bill Stine. Copies of “Dear Mr. Estes” will be available for purchase, and Vern will be available to sign copies following the presentation.
7:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	"From Hobby to High-Tech: Innovation and the Future of Sport Rocketry.” Where will our hobby be in a decade? Industry leaders Mallory Langford, Gary Rosenfield, and Bill Stine will share their thoughts on the future of sport rocketry during this panel discussion moderated by James Duffy. With unusual insight powering a unique view into the past and present of model and high power rocketry, Mallory, Gary, and Bill offer their thoughts on the trajectory ahead, focusing on challenges, opportunities, and appealing to the next generation of future hobbyists.
9:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.	Model Check-in (S1B only)
9:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.	Scale Model Viewing
9:15 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.	S5B/S5C Scale Altitude Model Pick-up

Wednesday July 1

Time	Description
7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Model Check-in (S1B only)
7:45 a.m. - 7:55 a.m.	Fliers On-Field Briefing
8:00 a.m. -9:00 a.m.	Precision Fragile Payload (S2/P) - Round 1
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	Precision Fragile Payload (S2/P) - Round 2
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.	Precision Fragile Payload (S2/P) - Round 3
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon	S5B/S5C Scale Altitude - Round 1
12 Noon - 12:30 p.m.	Lunch Break
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.	S5B/S5C Scale Altitude - Round 2
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	S1B Altitude - Round 1
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.	S1B Altitude - Round 2
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	S1B Altitude - Round 3
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	Cannon Auction: This annual auction of rarities, models, motors, and other collectibles benefits the Robert Cannon Educator Grant, which funds the activities of classroom teachers using rocketry to power learning in new and innovative ways.
9:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.	Model Check-In (S8D & S8P)
9:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.	Scale Model Viewing
9:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.	Scale (S7) & Concept Scale Model Pick-up

Thursday July 2

Time	Description
7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Model Check-In (S8D & S8P only)
7:45 a.m. - 7:55 a.m.	Fliers On-Field Briefing
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon	NAR Concept Scale
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	Scale (S7) - Round 1
10:00 a.m. - 12 Noon	Scale (S7) - Round 2
12:00 Noon - 12:30 p.m.	Lunch Break
12:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.	R/C RG - Juniors (S8D) - Round 1
1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.	R/C RG - Juniors (S8D) - Round 2
2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	R/C RG - Juniors (S8D) - Round 3
2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.	R/C Precision RG - Seniors (S8P)
7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.	Banquet Dinner
8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.	Awards Presentation

At A Glance Event Schedule

Day	Flyoffs	FAI Cup	NRC Event
Monday	S4A	S4A	S4A
	S9A	S9A	S9A
			C Eggloft Altitude
Tuesday	S3A	S3A	S3A
	S6A	S6A	S6A
			A Altitude
Wednesday	S2P	S2P	S2P
	S5B/S5C	S5B/S5C
	S1B	S1B
Thursday	S7	S7	S7
			Concept Scale
	S8D (Juniors)	S8D (Juniors)

Directions
Google Map to the Flying Field

Flying Field Coordinates

Launch site GPS coordinates: 40.15915, -85.32463

Directions to the Hotel from Indianapolis
From I-69N use exit 234 for IN-67N towards Anderson/Muncie, turn right onto IN-67 N/W Commerce Rd/W County Rd 550 A. Take exit toward Hoyt Ave, left onto S Hoyt Ave then left onto S Liberty St. Turn right onto W Charles St. then right onto S High St.

The Courtyard Muncie at Horizon Convention Center is at 601 S High St.

Directions from the Hotel to the Flying Field

Head East on S. High St. toward W Seymour St. At the traffic circle, take the first exit onto South Walnut St. Turn left onto 100 S/E 12 St/E Memorial Dr. In 3.2 miles turn right at the National Model Aviation Museum drive. At 0.6 miles turn right. Flying site #4 will be one mile from this turn.

NARAM Vendor Signup

Tahoma Photography

Jim Wilkerson
jim@jmw29221.com
Photos of people and rockets. Photo sales proceeds will be donated to the NAR.

Starlight Model Rockets

Robert Jablonski
countylinehobbies@yahoo.com
Model rocket kit manufacturer

North Coast Rocketry
Matt Steele
661-609-6661
mattmsteele@gmail.com
Large model rockets that are fun to build and fly!

Impulse Buys
Jay G Calvert
269-377-2851
jaycalvert@sbcglobal.net
Impulse Buys is a return vendor of rocket motors and hardware by Aerotech/Quest, Cesaroni, and Estes. We also carry parachutes, wadding, igniters, delay adjustment tools, and a selection of Estes parts and accessories including adapters and retainers.

Host Hotel

Courtyard Muncie at Horizon Convention Center is the official hotel.

Courtyard Muncie at Horizon Convention Center
601 South High Street
Muncie IN 47305

The Courtyard Muncie at Horizon Convention Center is Muncie's most recently renovated and only full service hotel. Conveniently located in downtown Muncie the hotel is within walking distance to many shops and restaurants.

Use this link to make your reservation at the NARAM rate: Book your group rate for Rocketry AMA Event

You can also call them at: 765-287-8550

Most of the evening events will be happening here, so we recommend you make your reservations here. The Courtyard is less than 4 miles drive to the launch site. Other Muncie hotels are about 8 miles drive to the launch site.

Hotel on-site amenities include:

• Indoor Pool

• Free Wi-Fi

• Restaurant
• Meeting Space
• Convenience Store

• Gift Shop

• Fitness Center

• Room Service
• Laundry Facilities
• Dry Cleaning Service

• Wake Up Calls
• Mobile Key
• Digital Check in

Hotel Map

Nearby Lodging Options

Other Muncie hotels are about 8 miles drive to the launch site. Click here to see other Muncie, IN lodging options.

Camping

Camping is allowed at the AMA site.

All camping reservations (primitive & RV) can be made thru our online portal.

Off Site Camping

Prairie Creek Reservoir—This beautiful park is located approximately five miles just southeast of Muncie. The reservoir and park area boasts 3.3 miles of aquatic recreation and more than 750 land acres of natural landscape.It offers numerous activities for you, friends and family to enjoy! Some of the wide array of activities we offer include boating, swimming, fishing, camping, hiking/biking trails, ATV trails, and horseback riding trails. We have rentable shelters and overnight cabins, also! Website is available here.

Registration
Online registration is now open.

NARAM-67 Registration • NARAM-67 Flight Card • NARAM-67 Range Duty Signup • NARAM Vendor Signup

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