The FAA Approves Rocket Races!

Hey guys, have you watched Sci-fi movies like Star Wars and wondered, "Wouldn't it be cool to see vehicles like that race each other?" If you did, you might what to grab your binoculars because this may become a reality as early as next year!

On Tuesday,the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved rocket-powered aircraft to fly in 20 venues across the United States. They will compete what is called the Rocket Racing League (RRL), which people describe as NASCAR-type race in the air. This is the first time the FAA has allowed such aircraft for exhibition flights.

The RRL formed in 2005 and currently has six teams, each with rocket-powered racers fueled with liquid oxygen and kerosene. The league is also going to use the latest technology, as the video on the RRL's website describes. They have already had great success with their rockets, with a public demonstration flight that took place in September.

This means that we are one step closer to cheering for our favorite team roar pass the finish line at sub-sonic speeds, and I definitely can't wait.