Firefly Aerospace Achieves Key Milestone in Development of Small Launch Vehicle

Firefly Aerospace, a leading provider of economical and dependable launch vehicles, has completed the first stage acceptance test of its Alpha launch vehicle. The successful test was followed by the execution of new customer agreements with Spire Global and Geometric Space Corporation. Firefly’s Alpha launch vehicle is designed to deliver 1 metric ton to Low Earth Orbit and 630 kilograms to Sun Synchronous Orbit, making it a competitive option in the small launch vehicle market. The company is headquartered in Cedar Park, TX, and is developing a family of launch and in-space vehicles and services.