Rocket Report: Northrop Backs Firefly and Names Its Rocket; Xodiac Will Fly No More

Rocket Report: Northrop backs Firefly and names its rocket; Xodiac will fly no more

“This is a design change that I really had to push the team very hard to do.”…

Northrop invests $50 million into Firefly for launch vehicle development

Northrop Grumman is investing $50 million into Firefly Aerospace to further development of a medium-lift launch vehicle with a new name. The post Northrop invests $50 million into Firefly for launch vehicle development appeared first on SpaceNews.

Northrop Grumman pumps $50M into Firefly for medium launch vehicle

"With a 16 metric ton to orbit capability, Eclipse is a sweet spot for programs like NSSL Lane 1 and a natural fit to launch proliferated constellations," said Firefly CEO Jason Kim.

Northrop Grumman Invests $50M in Firefly’s Eclipse

Northrop Grumman ($NOC) invested $50M in Firefly Aerospace’s Series D to accelerate the production of Firefly’s medium-lift vehicle, now named Eclipse. The investment—which is added to a $175M Series D Firefly closed in November—will allow Firefly to quickly hire dedicated Eclipse engineers, and fuel more engine and hardware tests to meet the expected first launch in 2026. Enhance, enhance: Eclipse is the product of scaled-up tech from Firefly’s…

Northrop invests $50m in Firefly Aerospace to advance Eclipse launch vehicle - SatellitePro ME

Photo credit: Firefly Aerospace Northrop Grumman Corporation has invested $50m into Firefly Aerospace to further advance production of their co-developed medium launch vehicle, now known as Eclipse. The companies continue to make progress in the development of Eclipse flight hardware, with qualification testing underway and more than 60 Miranda engine hot fire tests performed to date. Jason Kim, CEO of Firefly Aerospace, said: “Firefly is incred…

Firefly and Northrop Grumman’s New Rocket Gets a Name, and $50 Million Investment - Defense Daily

Firefly Aerospace and Northrop Grumman [NOC] revealed the name of their co-developed rocket as Eclipse, alongside a $50 million investment by Northrop Grumman to advance production.  The companies have been working together since […]