Galactic Energy Demo Flight Pallas-1
Weather Forecast During Launch
The forecast calls for a temperature of 85°F, clear skies, 0% cloud cover and a wind speed of 16mph.
About the Demo Flight Mission
| Type | Test Flight |
|---|---|
| Orbit | Sun-Synchronous Orbit |
First test launch of Galactic Energy’s Pallas-1 rocket, with a dummy payload on board.
Launch Pad & Location
Pallas-1 Launch Pad
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China
| Launches | 1 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 1 |
| Total Launches | 298 |
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).
Galactic Energy Pallas-1 Rocket
Pallas-1 is a 2 stage, semi-reusable launch vehicle built by the Chinese private launch services provider Galactic Energy. Both stages are powered by the gas generator cycle rocket engine Welkin/Cangqiong 50 (CQ-50) using kerosene and liquid oxygen, with 7 engines on the 1st stage and 1 vacuum variant on the 2nd stage.
It can launch 7 tonnes to LEO and 3 tonnes to SSO when the 1st stage is recovered downrange.
Booster Landing & Recovery
Core Pallas1 F1
| Serial Number | Pallas1 F1 |
|---|---|
| Last Flight | 09/01/2026 |
| Details | First stage booster used on the 1st flight of Galactic Energy's Pallas-1 rocket. No booster recovery was attempted. |
The Pallas-1 first stage booster was expended.
Unknown - N/A
Expended - EXP
Vehicle did not perform any landing operations after launch
About Galactic Energy
Galactic Energy is a private aerospace company headquartered in Beijing, China. Established by senior engineers in 2018, Galactic Energy engages in low-cost commercial space launch business.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Galactic Energy Pallas-1 Demo Flight launch scheduled?
The Galactic Energy Pallas-1 Demo Flight launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the Galactic Energy Pallas-1 Demo Flight mission launch from?
The Galactic Energy Pallas-1 rocket launched from Pallas-1 Launch Pad at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China. Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center is a Chinese spaceport located between the Ejin, Alxa, Inner Mongolia and Hangtian Town, Jinta County, Jiuquan, Gansu Province. It is part of the Dongfeng Aerospace City (Base 10).
What rocket was used for the Demo Flight mission?
The Demo Flight mission launched aboard a Galactic Energy Pallas-1 rocket. Pallas-1 is a 2 stage, semi-reusable launch vehicle built by the Chinese private launch services provider Galactic Energy. Both stages are powered by the gas generator cycle rocket engine Welkin/Cangqiong 50 (CQ-50) using kerosene and liquid oxygen, with 7 engines on the 1st stage and 1 vacuum variant on the 2nd stage. It can launch 7 tonnes to LEO and 3 tonnes to SSO when the 1st stage is recovered downrange. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
Did the Galactic Energy Pallas-1 booster for Demo Flight attempt a landing?
Yes, the Pallas-1 first stage booster attempted a Expended at a designated landing zone. Booster recovery allows Galactic Energy to reuse rocket components, significantly reducing launch costs. Learn more about the landing details.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Galactic Energy Pallas-1 Demo Flight launch?
The Galactic Energy Pallas-1 Demo Flight launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Galactic Energy Pallas-1 Demo Flight launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Galactic Energy Pallas-1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Demo Flight mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Galactic Energy live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
Last Updated
Last Updated:
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Launch success.
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NET September 1 per NOTAMs; Assignment of this to the launch within the window is uncertain.
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Moved to NET August based on rumors.
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Added launch.