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Aerojet Rocketdyne - SPARK / Super Strypi

Launcher name SPARK / Super Strypi
Launcher status Retired
First launch 2015
Launch delay First announced launch: 2012
Launches 1
Launch cost $15M
Cost per kg 50000 $/kg
Performance 300 kg
Launch type Land
Propellant type Solid
Reusability Not planned
Photos Aerojet Rocketdyne
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Logo Aerojet Rocketdyne logo
Company Aerojet Rocketdyne (AJRD)
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Aerojet Rocketdyne is a world-recognized aerospace and defense leader providing propulsion and energetics to its space, missile defense, strategic systems, tactical missile and armaments customers throughout domestic and international markets.
Funding Yes
Country US
Founded 1942
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Last modified: 2023-08-01

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