Firefly Alpha

By Eduarddo

Firefly Alpha is a two-stage orbital expendable launch vehicle developed by the American company Firefly Aerospace to compete in the commercial small satellite launch market. Alpha is intended to provide launch options for both full vehicle and rideshare customers.

The first launch attempt was on 3 September 2021 but the vehicle did not reach orbit when one of the first stage engines failed during ascent. A second orbital test flight took place on 1 October 2022 and successfully reached orbit. Alpha deployed 7 satellites, however, due to the lower than intended deployment orbit, most of the satellites re-entered before reaching their intended design life a week after launch.

This craft has a small Vizzy, so you don't get mixed up when trying to make the sequence of throws, on the throw pad.

Just activate the Locked UP option, in the right corner of your display. All aspects of the rocket have been improved over a period of time and I believe I have done well in building this craft.

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The rocket mounts were inspired by Captin's Firefly rocket mount.

Have fun with this craft and leave your upvote!