Скачать или смотреть Firefly Aerospace Successfully Launches NASA Sponsored Cubesats

On July 6, 2024, Firefly Aerospace successfully launched a series of NASA-sponsored cubesats into low Earth orbit using their Alpha rocket. This mission, termed "Noise of Summer," marks the first Alpha flight since a previous upper stage malfunction in December 2023. The launch took place from Vandenberg Space Force Base, deploying eight small satellites funded by NASA’s Venture Class Launch Services (VCLS) Demo 2 contract. This event signifies a key milestone for Firefly Aerospace, demonstrating improved reliability and marking a critical step in the company's plans to ramp up their launch cadence. Additionally, Firefly plans to use Wallops Island's Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport for future launches, enhancing their ability to serve various orbital inclinations and meet diverse customer needs.