Editor's Note:
Five thousand model rockets were simultaneously launched in an attempt to break a Guinness world record for the most number of rockets launched at once, at the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama on July 16, 2019. The record attempt is part of commemoration marking the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 launch. Photos: VCG
A volunteer prepares model rockets before an attempt to break a Guinness World Record for most model rockets simultaneously launched at the US Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama on July 16, 2019. Photo: VCG figcaption > Five thousand model rockets simultaneously take off during an attempt to break a Guinness World Record at the US Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama on July 16, 2019. Photo: VCG figcaption >