Gilmour Space plans first hypersonic rocket launch from Bowen in July or August
Gilmour Space Technologies says it is preparing to launch its first hypersonic rocket from Bowen in North Queensland, with the flight expected in July or August pending government approvals. The company says the sub-orbital rocket will be part of its Hyperflight service and is intended to reach the edge of space before descending back to Earth. It says the service is designed for Defence and research customers rather than as weaponry.The company said the planned launch would allow clients, including government agencies and Defence organisations, to test equipment in extreme flight conditions at up to seven times the speed of... [Continue Reading]
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