Firefly Aerospace to Launch Alpha Rocket with 8 CubeSats on July 2
Firefly Aerospace, a private space company, is set to launch its Alpha rocket on July 2, 2024, carrying a payload of 8 CubeSats. The launch will take place from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.[1]
The Alpha rocket is Firefly's small-lift launch vehicle designed to deliver payloads of up to 1,000 kg to low Earth orbit. This upcoming mission will mark the second flight of the Alpha rocket, following its successful debut launch in 2023.[1]
The 8 CubeSats on board the Alpha rocket represent a diverse range of scientific and technological experiments. They include satellites developed by universities, research institutions, and commercial entities from around the world. The mission aims to demonstrate the capabilities of the Alpha rocket and further the development of small satellite technologies.[1]
Firefly Aerospace has stated that the launch is on schedule and the company is excited to provide reliable and affordable access to space for its customers. The successful completion of this mission will be an important milestone for the company as it continues to establish itself as a leading player in the growing small satellite launch market.[1]
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