Firefly Alpha Block 2 (Firefly Aerospace)
The Firefly Alpha Block 2 is a non-reusable, active launch vehicle manufactured by Firefly Aerospace (established in 2014). It undertook its inaugural launch on an unknown date.
Firefly Alpha (Firefly α) is a two-stage orbital expendable launch vehicle developed by the American aerospace company Firefly Aerospace to cover the commercial small satellite launch market. Alpha is intended to provide launch options for both full vehicle and ride share customers.
The Block 2 version features increased length and structural strength for both stages, optimized propellant tanks and consolidated in-house batteries and avionics.
Firefly Alpha Block 2 Specifications
| Variant | Block 2 |
|---|---|
| Length | 31.6 m |
| Diameter | 1.82 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Launch Mass | 54 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 736 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 1030 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 630 kg |
| Launch Cost | $15,000,000 |
Firefly Alpha Block 2 Launch Record
| Pending Launches | 7 |
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Manufacturer
CEO: Peter Schumacher
Firefly Aerospace is an American private aerospace firm based in Austin, Texas, that develops small and medium-sized launch vehicles for commercial launches to orbit.