The launch pad is used to hold the rocket in the launch position so it won't tip over in a breeze. Every launch pad contains a 3 foot long launch rod that guides the model until it reaches a flight speed where the fins are effective in controlling the direction of the model. Never fly a rocket without a launch rod to guide the rocket at liftoff.

The Quest pad holds a standard 1/8 inch diameter launch rod, which can be used for most any small rockets, including those from Apogee Components and Estes. It will support most small rockets - that use a C engine or smaller.

Metal Blast Deflector - Used to keep the flame of the motor from impinging on the grass below the pad.

2-Piece launch rod made from high-strength steel. With two pieces, the rod can be stored in a smaller box, which makes it great for traveling to and from the launch site.

The Quest launch pad is part of an inexpensive launch system that will give you years of use.

Continuity Light - When you hook up the clips to your igniter and insert the safety key, the continuity light comes on to tell you that your rocket is ready to launch.

Saftey Key actually looks like a key - This is important when you are launching with small children. You can say pull out the key, and they will know exactly what you are talking about. With other controllers, kids sometimes don't understand that the peg is the key; it can be very confusing for them.

Uses one 9V size battery, which is readily available in most stores.

Includes 16.5 feet of wire so you can stand far enough back for safety when you launch the rocket.

Q. Can I use the SKY launch controller with the Estes Porta-Pad^® "E" launch pad?

A. Yes. But the length of the wires on the SKY controller are 16.5 feet long. When you fly larger engines, you need to move back further for extra safety. In that case, I recommend the Pratt Hobbies GO-Box launch controller specifically because it has longer wires. Click Here for more information.