Finally! Just today, the fiberglass tubes and nose cones arrived for the new version of the Level-2 rocket kit. I've been waiting on them since November, and now we can make the final push to get the kit into production. Our goal is to release it on March 28th. That's just 2-1/2 weeks away.

I've been putting the final touches on the instructions and making the new assembly videos. It needs new videos because I redesigned the kit to make assembly easier - the parts are different and have Apogee's famous quality built in. There is also a new e-bay layout featuring all fiberglass parts, which makes it a sweet rocket.

If the weather is nice, we'll get launch videos for our website at our next club launch. Then I have to rebuild the web page with all the new features. But while that is happening, you can add your email to the "Back-in-Stock" notification list. There is a limited number of this all-fiberglass kit that will be available initially, so we suggest that you're on this list if you want one.

We did release a new rocket kit this past week. The tiny little "Feathered Flyer" is a speed machine that jumps skyward with gusto.

Assembly is quick and easy, making it perfect for less experienced builders or those who want a quick build. The kit is inexpensive and uses affordable 13mm diameter motors, so you can launch it over and over again without breaking the bank. However, be careful with how high it goes, as it can quickly disappear from view. You might want to get two or three because it is a nice inexpensive rocketry gift for those that are just starting out.

On Tuesday of this week, we sent out an Advanced Construction Video on how to design a multi-piece fin.

There are two main reasons that you may have to design a multi-piece fin. The first is that the fin is so large, that it just doesn't fit onto the sheet of wood that you had planned on using. The second reason is so you can orient the fin to acheive the greatest strength.

If you missed it, be sure to add it to your future viewing list. You'll find it here.

Tool of the Month: A Pocket Scale

For the month of March, we're offering a super deal on an indispensible tool for all rocketeers. Introducing our small digital scale. With a maximum capacity of 200 grams, this scale can weigh even the smallest of objects with precision of 0.01 grams. The large digital LCD screen provides clear and easy-to-read measurements without having to put on your reading glasses. It has a blue back-lit panel that can be turned on and off for use in bright sunlight or at those rare night launches.

This compact and lightweight scale is designed to provide accurate measurements for a variety of small objects, making it an essential addition to any hobbyist's toolkit. And it is small enough to fit in your rangebox or back pocket for on-the-go measurements. It is perfect for weighing out black powder for dual-deployment ejection charges. And if you have RockSim, it will allow you to perform accurate simulations because you'll know the mass of every component.

To get ths scale for free (it's a $15.95 value), just purchase $150 worth of Apogee's merchandise. This offer is only available until March 31, 2023, so don't miss your chance to save on a valuable tool. Act fast, as this offer will not be repeated!

What to Look Forward to Next Week?

On March 14th, we'll be putting out our 595th Peak-of-Flight Newsletter. This issue will be discussing how engine codes are not always true to how the engine performs. We will be looking at two specific examples of the Estes A8-3 and the Estes A10-3T engines and discuss what they really should be called.

Also in this issue is a free rocket plan! Tuesday is know as "Pi Day" because on the calendar the date is 3-14. So we are celebrating with our math focused rocket called Euler's Revenge. We hope that you enjoy all of the little details relating to pi, and have fun building it too. Tell your favorite mathematician (or teacher) about this issue so that they can subscribe to the Peak-of-Flight newsletter in time for this special issue celebrating the man that first used the pi symbol.

I'll see you in your email in-box next Tuesday.