Junior Level 1 (M1)
Tripoli Mentoring Program
The Tripoli Mentoring Program (TMP) allows Tripoli Junior members to learn the skills of high-power rocket construction and launching in a safe and consistent environment, with all high-power rocketry safety codes and legal restrictions.
More info for junior flyersLevel 1
Requires: aged 18 or over
Level 1 certification involves designing, launching and recovering a rocket using certified high-power motors in the H to I impulse range.
More L1 informationLevel 2
Requires: Level 1 certification
As of July, 2025, Tripoli strongly encourages candidates to complete the Level 2 knowledge test using the Level 2 Online Test prior to arriving at the range. This streamlines the certification process and reduces administrative burden on certifying authorities.
Only L1 certified members may take the L2 knowledge examination. The candidate must pass the Level 2 knowledge test before attempting a Level 2 certification flight powered by a certified J to L impulse motor.
More L2 informationLevel 3
Requires: Level 2 certification
Level 3 is open to Level 2-certified students and senior members. Certification requires electronic recovery systems, a TAP-approved rocket design, and a successful launch using an M to O impulse motor.
More L3 informationCertification forms
If you are attempting a certification flight, please remember to bring a Universal Certification FormPDF.
Tripoli Rocketry Association resources
The VRA follows the Tripoli Rocketry Association certification process. Up-to-date information can be found on the Tripoli certification page.
