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space-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Firefly Aerospace Expands Texas Facilities for Advanced Rocket Testing"

Firefly Aerospace expands its Texas manufacturing facility to support the development and testing of the Antares 330 rocket and the Medium Launch Vehicle (MLV) in collaboration with Northrop Grumman. The expansion includes a new engine test stand and automated machinery to enhance production efficiency. The company aims to launch the Antares 330 in 2025 and debut the MLV later that year. Additionally, Firefly is progressing towards its first mission to the Moon as part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload services program.

via Spaceflight Now|

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space2 years ago•2 min saved

Firefly Aerospace Successfully Tests New Rocket Engine with Green Flames

Firefly Aerospace has successfully conducted the first hot fire test of its new Miranda rocket engine, which produced a plume of green flames. The engine is set to be used on Northrop Grumman's Antares 330 rocket and the Medium Launch Vehicle (MLV) they are developing together. The Antares 330 is designed to carry over 22,000 lbs of cargo to the International Space Station, while the MLV will be capable of lifting 35,000 lbs of payload to low Earth orbit. The new rocket is expected to enhance rapid launch capabilities and is scheduled for its first flight in mid-2025. Firefly Aerospace is also developing a moon lander called the Blue Ghost for a NASA mission in 2026.

via Space.com|

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space2 years ago•1 min saved

Firefly Aerospace Successfully Tests New Miranda Rocket Engine with First Hot Fire

Firefly Aerospace successfully conducted the first hot fire test of their Miranda rocket engine, a major milestone in their goal to meet a mid-2025 launch target for their new rocket. The Miranda engine will be used in the first stage of Northrop Grumman's Antares 330 and Firefly's own Medium Lift Vehicle, capable of delivering up to 10,000 kg of payload to the International Space Station. The MLV will also utilize the Miranda vacuum engine to send up to 16,000 kg to low Earth orbit. Firefly plans to perform a full-duration hot fire test of the Miranda engine next, and is targeting a December launch for Flight 004 of their Alpha rocket.

via TESLARATI|

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space2 years ago•3 min saved

Miranda Engine Successfully Tested, Promising Powerful Thrust for Antares Rocket

Firefly Aerospace has successfully conducted the first hot-fire test of its Miranda engine, which will power the Antares 330 and MLV launch vehicles. The test, performed at 65% power, validated the engine's startup sequence. The Miranda engine uses liquid oxygen and kerosene propellants, generating 230,000 pounds-force of thrust. The Antares 330, powered by seven Miranda engines, is expected to have its first flight in mid-2025, while the MLV, also using seven Miranda engines, is set for a first launch in late 2025. Firefly is simultaneously increasing production of its Alpha launch vehicle and has recently closed a third tranche of a Series C round, raising a total of $300 million.

via SpaceNews|

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