In the world of historical action films, "Rocket Hunter" refers to stories set during the final, desperate days of World War II.
: A titan of the industry who designed missiles like the Nike-Ajax and Thor. He was a tireless advocate for single-stage-to-orbit (SSTO) vehicles and helped oversee the early stages of the Hubble Space Telescope .
: This film follows an American B-17 pilot who volunteers for a suicide mission—flying a surrendered German Messerschmidt 109 deep into enemy territory to stop the V-2 rockets terrorizing London. Rocket Hunter
: This follow-up explores the origins of the Me 163 Komet , the world’s only operational rocket-powered fighter.
is a 100-channel radio locator receiver used with directional antennas to find lost rockets. In the world of historical action films, "Rocket
The term also honors the engineers who "hunted" for the perfect rocket design.
: Enthusiasts mount a small radio transmitter inside their rocket. Once it lands, the "hunter" uses the receiver to sweep the horizon, following the signal to recover their often-expensive flight vehicle. : This film follows an American B-17 pilot
Whether you are tracking a 10-foot model in the Mojave Desert or searching for life among the stars, the spirit of the "Rocket Hunter" is all about the thrill of the chase and the technology that makes it possible.