High-powered rocket built by Valley students completes full flight, recovery in Hearne, TX
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Students from the Rio Grande Valley successfully launched and recovered their high-powered rocket, Project Vortex, at Hearne Municipal Airport on August 8, 2026. The rocket reached an altitude of 8,300 feet and achieved speeds of around 900 feet per second. After deploying its drogue parachute during descent, the main parachute opened at 1,000 feet, ensuring a safe landing. This accomplishment concludes months of work by participants in the South Texas Astronomical Society's Launchpad program, who designed and built the rocket. The mission highlights their engineering skills and teamwork, marking a significant achievement in high-powered rocketry.
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