AURC 2025: 28th August - 2nd September

Endeavour Aerospace is thrilled to announce our collaboration with the Australian Youth Aerospace Association (AYAA) to host the prestigious Australian Universities Rocket Competition (AURC) 2025.

As the largest amateur rocketry competition in Australia, the AURC brings together rocketeers from across the nation to design, build, and launch high-powered rockets to target altitudes. This annual event is a cornerstone for innovation, teamwork, and the pursuit of aerospace excellence.

See below and discover what awaits you in this year's competition and check the AURC website for any AURC updates:

AURC Website

Stunning Outback Launch Site

Embark on an journey at our expansive launch facility in the far western New South Wales town of White Cliffs. This unique location offers competitors an incredible opportunity to immerse themselves in a town renowned for its opal fields and striking desert landscapes.

5,000, 10,000 & 30,000ft Target Altitudes

Our exceptional White Cliffs facility allows the competition to reintroduce the 30,000-foot launch category alongside the classic 5,000-foot and 10,000-foot competitions.

Hybrid motors are now allowed

For the first time in AURC history, we’re thrilled to announce that hybrid rocket motors are now eligible to compete.

Teams using Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) hybrid motors can now go head-to-head with COTS solid rocket motors in the 10,000-foot category.

In addition, we’re introducing a dedicated 10,000 ft category for Student Research and Developed (SRAD) motors, ensuring that teams designing and building their own hybrid propulsion systems get the recognition they deserve.

What you need to know

  • Official Statement

    Official Statement from AYAA and Endeavour announcing the AURC date change and updated information for these pushed back competitions.

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  • Flight safety review

    The document that will be used for your Teams flight safety review prior to launch day. (Will be provided to Teams on the day)

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  • Flight card

    The flight card that will be used on launch day to track AURC 2025 launch approval. (Will be provided to Teams on launch day)

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  • Deliverables Requirements

    This document below outlines the required scope and marking rubrics for each deliverable of the AURC 2025.

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  • Key Dates

    This document outlines the timeline and key dates for AURC 2025. Including registration and ticket closing dates, and when reports are due.

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  • Rules

    This document outlines the rules and details of AURC 2025 including assessment and eligibility criteria, due dates, and payment deadlines

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  • Rocket Specifications

    This document outlines the restrictions imposed and minimal design requirements of rockets launching in AURC 2025

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  • Range Standard Operating Procedures

    Here you will find a set of detailed guidelines and safety protocols that must be followed at the White Cliffs Launch Facility

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  • Info Pack

    Whether it is accommodation, fastest route to White Cliffs, category info, or when the Award Ceremony is. This pack has everything you need to know.

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Competitions Categories

5,000ft COTS Solid

Prize: 1st Place $500 AUD – Runner up $250 AUD

10,000 ft COTS Hybrid/Solid

Prize: 1st Place $1000 AUD – Runner up $250 AUD

10,000 ft SRAD Hybrid

Prize: 1st Place $1000 AUD – Runner up $250 AUD

30,000 ft COTS Solid

Prize: 1st Place $1000 AUD – Runner up $250 AUD