Frequently Asked Questions about DARK and our activities

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What does DARK stand for?

DARK is an abbreviation for Dansk Amatør Raket Klub which in English means The Danish Amateur Rocket Club.

What is DARK?

DARK is a forum for rocket development, astronomy, space flight and related topics.

Who are the people behind DARK?

People with an interest for rockets and technology - it could be you!

What is the size of a DARK rocket?

It depends on the type of the rocket, but a length of about 2 meters and a diameter of about 10 cm is very common.

How high do DARK rockets go?

Usually between 1 and 4 km depending on the type of the rocket engine. Some members believe that it is possible for amateurs to launch a rocket into space (more than 100 km), and are working on such long-term projects.

How fast do DARK rockets go?

Often they go between 500 and 800 km/h, but some of the newer rockets go as fast as 1500 km/h, about 1,5 times the speed of sound.

What's the highest recorded flight?

4.2 km

How often does DARK launch rockets?

We plan for at least 1 day every year, sometimes 2. Sometimes launch campaigns are cancelled due to bad weather.

How can I get started?

Send us an E-mail with your name, address and a few words describing yourself, and we will contact you as soon as possible.

I don't have much time - can I help DARK anyway?

Being a non-profit volunteer organisation, DARK always welcome sponsors, and there are many ways you can help. For instance you may allow the club use of technical facilities, provide tools or materials at reduced cost, etc. If you are interested in supporting our activities, please send us an e-mail.

How much does a typical DARK rocket cost?

About 2000 DKK and up, depending on your ambitions.

How long does it take to build a rocket?

Between 14 days and 2 years, again depending on your ambitions.

Is it dangerous to build/launch DARK rockets?

Until now DARK has never had any accident. So if you follow our safety guidelines it isn't dangerous, but if you don't it is ! All our tests and launches take place at closed military areas, where it is safe and none gets hurt, should something not go as planned. It does happen on occasion that a rocket motor explodes, but that is just part of the controlled testing and learning experience.

Questions	Answers
What does DARK stand for?	DARK is an abbreviation for Dansk Amatør Raket Klub which in English means The Danish Amateur Rocket Club.
What is DARK?	DARK is a forum for rocket development, astronomy, space flight and related topics.
Who are the people behind DARK?	People with an interest for rockets and technology - it could be you!
What is the size of a DARK rocket?	It depends on the type of the rocket, but a length of about 2 meters and a diameter of about 10 cm is very common.
How high do DARK rockets go?	Usually between 1 and 4 km depending on the type of the rocket engine. Some members believe that it is possible for amateurs to launch a rocket into space (more than 100 km), and are working on such long-term projects.
How fast do DARK rockets go?	Often they go between 500 and 800 km/h, but some of the newer rockets go as fast as 1500 km/h, about 1,5 times the speed of sound.
What's the highest recorded flight?	4.2 km
How often does DARK launch rockets?	We plan for at least 1 day every year, sometimes 2. Sometimes launch campaigns are cancelled due to bad weather.
How can I get started?	Send us an E-mail with your name, address and a few words describing yourself, and we will contact you as soon as possible.
I don't have much time - can I help DARK anyway?	Being a non-profit volunteer organisation, DARK always welcome sponsors, and there are many ways you can help. For instance you may allow the club use of technical facilities, provide tools or materials at reduced cost, etc. If you are interested in supporting our activities, please send us an e-mail.
How much does a typical DARK rocket cost?	About 2000 DKK and up, depending on your ambitions.
How long does it take to build a rocket?	Between 14 days and 2 years, again depending on your ambitions.
Is it dangerous to build/launch DARK rockets?	Until now DARK has never had any accident. So if you follow our safety guidelines it isn't dangerous, but if you don't it is ! All our tests and launches take place at closed military areas, where it is safe and none gets hurt, should something not go as planned. It does happen on occasion that a rocket motor explodes, but that is just part of the controlled testing and learning experience.