Model rockets; location of launch site, standards.
MCL 259.785
in effect259.785. Model rockets; location of launch site, standards.
Sec. 5.
A model rocket may be launched, operated and flown only in a location, not otherwise restricted by law, which shall comply with the following minimum standards:
(a) A ground area shall be used containing at least 5,000 square yards and having a general rectangular shape with no side less than 50 yards in length.
(b) Flight areas shall be located in places that will not create a hazard to persons and property in the vicinity of the area.
(c) Flight areas shall not contain or be located adjacent to a high voltage power line, major highway, multi-story building or other obstacle.
1965, Act 333, Imd. Eff. July 23, 1965
Source: Michigan Legislature (legislature.mi.gov)URL: https://legislature.mi.gov/Laws/MCL?objectName=mcl-259-785Fetched: 10/20/2026
