: 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.
: Despite mixed reviews for their low-budget special effects (some reviewers noted the use of model airplanes and stilted dialogue), these films have carved out a niche for fans of "so-bad-it's-good" historical action. 3. The Modern "Planet Hunters" Rocket Hunter
: While some original manufacturers have gone out of business, the LUNAR rocketry club and others still rely on these units (or modern falconry transmitters) to ensure their "birds" come home safely. 2. "Rocket Hunter" on the Silver Screen : Enthusiasts mount a small radio transmitter inside
: Often called NASA’s Planet Hunter , this spacecraft was launched by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to scan the skies for "transits"—dips in star brightness that signal an orbiting planet. "Rocket Hunter" on the Silver Screen : Often
The term also honors the engineers who "hunted" for the perfect rocket design.