Demo Flight
SL1
HyImpulse
Mission
Demo Flight
- Type: Test Flight
- Orbit: Low Earth Orbit
First launch of HyImpulse's SL1 launch vehicle.
Location
Unknown Pad
SaxaVord Spaceport
SaxaVord Spaceport is a UK spaceport located on the Lamba Ness peninsula on Unst, the most northerly of the inhabited Shetland Islands off the coast of Scotland. The site is near the RAF Saxa Vord radar station and the settlement of Skaw, adjacent to the Saxa Vord distillery.
Rocket
HyImpulse SL1
3-stage orbital launch vehicle developed by German private company HyImpulse, with capability of up to 600 kg to Low Earth Orbit. All 3 stages are powered by hybrid rocket motors using paraffin and liquid oxygen as fuel.
Agency
HyImpulse
HyImpulse is a German private space launch enterprise headquartered in Neuenstadt am Kocher and developing a small launch vehicle designed around hybrid-propellant rockets. The company is a DLR spinoff founded in 2018 out of the chemical propulsion center of the German space agency's Lampoldshausen facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the HyImpulse SL1 Demo Flight launch scheduled?
The HyImpulse SL1 Demo Flight launch is currently scheduled for:
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Launch times are subject to change based on weather conditions, technical readiness, and range availability. Check back regularly for the most up-to-date launch time and status updates.
Where is the HyImpulse SL1 Demo Flight mission launching from?
The HyImpulse SL1 rocket will launch from Unknown Pad at SaxaVord Spaceport. SaxaVord Spaceport is a UK spaceport located on the Lamba Ness peninsula on Unst, the most northerly of the inhabited Shetland Islands off the coast of Scotland. The site is near the RAF Saxa Vord radar station and the settlement of Skaw, adjacent to the Saxa Vord distillery. For viewing location recommendations and tips, check the launch location details above.
What rocket is being used for the Demo Flight mission?
The Demo Flight mission will launch aboard a HyImpulse SL1 rocket. 3-stage orbital launch vehicle developed by German private company HyImpulse, with capability of up to 600 kg to Low Earth Orbit. All 3 stages are powered by hybrid rocket motors using paraffin and liquid oxygen as fuel. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could delay the HyImpulse SL1 Demo Flight launch?
The HyImpulse SL1 Demo Flight launch can be 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. Check the launch weather forecast above for current conditions and probability of favorable weather.
How can I get updates if the HyImpulse SL1 Demo Flight launch is delayed?
This page is updated in real-time with the latest HyImpulse SL1 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Demo Flight mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for the most current information. Enable push notifications through our mobile app to receive instant alerts about launch status changes, weather holds, or new launch times. We recommend following official HyImpulse live streams for the most immediate range updates.