The ‘Starseller’ rocket gets away from creation territory – Canada’s first space launch in more than 25 years.
“Starseller” rockets will fly from a trapline in North Cubek, marking for the first time in over 25 years that a Canadian -made rocket will reach space.
The mission is an associate effort between the members of the Space Concorda Rocketry Division and the local creation community. The launch date is scheduled to be held between 8 and 22 August.
The development of the rocket spread for seven years and brought 700 contributors together from a wide range of scientific disciplines.
Originally designed for a science competition, due to the Kovid -19 epidemic, the rocket was left without a competition after the incident was canceled. Nevertheless, the team carried forward with a great purpose: Canadian aerospace to make history.
“We have something here that we can help open the sky and become part of history at home,” said and led to the launch by Oleg Khalimonov, director of the starseller program.
The journey has not been without obstacles. Relying on radio communication due to lack of cell service in the remote region, rockets, bunkers and other structures include navigating rugged roads. Nevertheless, for Khalimonov, Shanti, Starlit sky and wildlife, made it worthwhile.
Khalimonov said, “This is what makes Canada or Quebec special. It is the only place in the world where you will find something like this.”
The launch is on a site to be 250 km north of Mysticini, which was once used as a aircraft landing strip by a now-de-delicated mining company. Cree Tallyman Harry Konish gave his approval for launch after careful consultation.
Although the project has received strong support from the entire scientific community, Khalimonov shared that his time brought some more personal: the connection on Kree land.
“Traditions, people here, the creation of life. The best part about being here (is) Learning to learn how people live here and culture and communities, “Khalimonov said.
Pamela McLod, a member of the Mysticini Council, said, “For me, it is an exciting opportunity for our community to be a part of this historical something.”
The rocket is decorated with Chikbesh’s legend in a tribute to the syllabics.
McLeod said, “Some of our legends around this Chikbesh, is it right? Starboy.
Macleod says how the project merges with modern science. She sees the outreach team engaging the Misticini youth through educational programs and mini-rocket activities.
“I hope that this (a) opportunity to remember the experience and hope that we have our own Space Engineering students one day,” McLeod said.
She is planning to see Livestream with her son and family while watching a community.
“To be able to see and remember the experience, and to say, yes, it happened in our community,” said McLod said.
For Khalimonov, he is eager to see the launch with the team supporting the project in the last seven years. They hope that the launch motivates others to pursue their goals, no matter.
“Never give up. If it’s something you really care about, it is worth it. Just keep walking,” Khalimonov said.
