Firefly Alpha | Lockheed Martin Mission 2

Mission Status

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Mission Updates

Nov 12, 09:23 PM Cosmic_Penguin

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Mission Details

Second of up to 25 launches of Low Earth Orbit technology demonstration satellites to be built and operated by Lockheed Martin. Details of the satellite TBD.

Mission Type Technology
Orbit Low Earth Orbit
Launch Window 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Rocket Configuration

Name Firefly Alpha
Manufacturer Firefly Aerospace
Height 29.6 m
Diameter 1.82 m
Maiden Flight 2021-09-03
Success Rate 3/6 (50%)

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.