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The Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) and Firefly Aerospace, a U.S. space transportation company, have entered into a landmark agreement to launch Firefly’s Alpha rocket from the Esrange Space Centre in northern Sweden with launches commencing from Esrange's Launch Complex 3C starting in 2026.
Firefly Aerospace successfully conducted the inaugural hot-fire test of its cutting-edge Miranda engine at the company's Texas test site. During the test Firefly hot-fired up to 65% power, with the aim to validate the engine's startup sequence, laying the foundation for future testing phases.
Firefly set to launch their next Alpha rocket in December, carrying Lockheed Martin Electronically Steerable Antenna Payload Tech Demo
Firefly Aerospace has successfully acquired Spaceflight Inc., a renowned satellite transportation services provider.
NASA has chosen Firefly Aerospace to carry multiple payloads to the surface of the far side of the Moon, and a satellite to lunar orbit.
Firefly Aerospace, a leader in small satellite launch services, has announced that former NASA administrator, James (Jim) Bridenstine will be joining the companies advisory board.
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