GAIA Aerospace

GAIA Aerospace
Description: GAIA Aerospace is developing the world's first reusable air launch system for the flexible transport of micro-and nanosatellites into Low Earth Orbit.
Vision:
Space for Everyone - Anywhere and Anytime.
Mission:
To make spaceflight tangible and inspire people for space; to develop technologies and concepts for NewSpace applications; to connect people creating the future of spaceflight.
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Key Milestones:
  • NewSpace Network: GAIA Aerospace and GEPARD Aerospace won the Innovation Award of the State of Lower Saxony in the "Vision" category for their reusable AirLaunch system, Valkyrie.
  • Valkyrie AirLaunch System: In collaboration with GEPARD Aerospace, GAIA Aerospace is developing "Valkyrie," a reusable air-launch system designed to carry miniature satellites into space. The system involves attaching a microlauncher under the fuselage of a transport aircraft, which is then released above the troposphere to launch into space. The first stage is designed for reuse after descending with a parachute.
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  • NewSpace Network: GAIA Aerospace offers a platform that connects various stakeholders in the space industry, facilitating collaboration and support among startups, SMEs, investors, research institutes, universities, and clubs.
  • Valkyrie AirLaunch System: In collaboration with GEPARD Aerospace, GAIA Aerospace is developing "Valkyrie," a reusable air-launch system designed to carry miniature satellites into space. The system involves attaching a microlauncher under the fuselage of a transport aircraft, which is then released above the troposphere to launch into space. The first stage is designed for reuse after descending with a parachute.