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Membership in Tripoli

Tripoli is a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement and operation of amateur high-power rocketry. Our members come from the United States and 22 countries across the globe.

Tripoli members are from all walks of life and all ages. We have college students, construction workers, medical staff, IT professionals, truck drivers, and anything else you can think of. There are even a few rocket scientists among us! So regardless of where you come from and what you do, there's room in Tripoli for you and your entire family.

If you are interested in high-power rocketry, we encourage you to contact your local member club (called a Prefecture) and attend their next launch or meeting. A listing of Prefectures and contact information is available here.

Tripoli is the premier high-power rocketry organization! If high-power flying is your primary interest, Tripoli is the organization you want.

Tripoli's annual launch, LDRS, is by far the best-attended high-power launch in the world! It's what you saw on the Discovery Channel!
Tripoli flyers are taken seriously by the commercial rocket community. TRA members were the first civilians to put a rocket into space (CSXT), and Tripoli members have assisted NASA on rocketry research projects.
Tripoli is an international organization with prefectures worldwide. At TRA launches in the US, you may meet some of our members from Canada, Australia, the U.K., Sweden, Germany, Switzerland, and many more.
Tripoli has its own private members forums where you can ask rocket-related questions and get answers (sometimes too many answers!) without the spam and noise accompanying other forums.
Tripoli publishes four new HIgh Power Rocketry / Tripoli Report issues every year. This magazine is available to download for all current members of Tripoli. The journal features launch coverage, how-to articles, technical reports, hobby news, product reviews, and more!
Tripoli-sanctioned launches are insured for up to $3,000,000 with primary insurance coverage. That means that in the improbable event of an accident, TRA insurance kicks in first.
Tripoli is an organization where there is no "little guy". At TRA launches, you'll meet both novices and experienced rocketeers, all open and friendly to newcomers, all eager to share knowledge.
In Tripoli, you can advance into the exciting world of rocketry - designing, constructing, and flying your own rocket motors!
Tripoli is a group of serious rocketeers that is open to new generations and new members.
Last but not least, Tripoli launches are just plain FUN!!

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Active Members, March 1 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who can become a Tripoli member?

There are three primary types of Tripoli members: Junior (Aged under 18), Student (18 to 25 with valid student ID), and Senior (18 and over).

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I have joined, now what?

Senior Members: Once your membership application is received and fees are paid, Tripoli HQ will send your official membership card and materials via postal mail. Your receipt will include your new Member ID, can can be used at launches until your card arrives in the mail.

Student Members and Junior Members: Rather than waiting for something in the mail, you can download a digital copy of the member handbook, and a digital image of your member ID card which can be found on your Member Profile.

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When will my online Tripoli account be available?

New Junior and Senior members who enroll online are immediately active. Student members must submit a scanned copy of their student ID to Tripoli HQ to validate eligibility for student membership.

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Why is the Senior membership fee less after the first year?

The higher price for first-year Senior membership is due to the cost of producing and mailing your member handbook binder. This binder contains reference material such as the by-laws, certification information, and your certification form. You can also use the folder as your central storage point for recording your rocketry activities and instructions and notes, a handy place to keep your quick reference material. Junior and Student member fees are kept low by providing digital download copies of the member handbook and member ID card.

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How do I renew my membership?

Online Renewal is possible 45 days prior to your expiration date. Renewal reminders are sent at 45, 30, and 5 days prior to expiration. Once in the renewal cycle, an option to renew will appear when you log in.

Additionally, when you click on your profile, you will see the option to renew early, or as shown below.

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Can my membership renew automatically?

Yes, this is available for Senior members paying with a credit card. Detailed information is available here: Membership Renewal

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Can I renew for multiple years in advance?

Yes, this is available for Senior members. Contact Tripoli HQ before renewing, and the multi-year dues will be added to your account. Your expiration date will be updated after you have paid.

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Can I purchase a lifetime membership?

Tripoli's Life Memberships are granted to those who have served the membership and the organization. They are not sold, but are awarded by our Lifetime Membership Committee.

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Who is eligible for a student membership?

Student members are aged between 18 and 25 years of age. They must provide proof of their student status, such as a copy of their student ID.

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Can I renew early?

Yes, look on your member profile for instructions to renew early.

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If I join or renew online should I send in my renewal form?

No, your member information entered online works just fine.

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Is Tripoli a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit Corporation?

Yes. Tripoli Rocketry Association, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3). As such, any donations made to the National organization in the US are tax-deductible to the maximum extent of the law.

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Can I get an instant membership or renewal?

Yes by joining or renewing online at www.tripoli.org and paying via credit card or PayPal, your membership is active immediately. A digital image of your member ID card can be downloaded on your member profile.

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How do I show my new or renewed membership?

You will receive an email confirmation of your payment, which also includes your member ID. A digital image of your member ID card is available on your member profile.

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Can I pay for membership in my local currency?