The countdown has begun! Gilmour Space Technologies is gearing up for its next big launch from Bowen, with a launch window set to open 'no earlier than' May 15.
The maiden flight of Eris will be the first Australian-designed and built rocked aiming for orbit.
Gilmour Space has received airspace management approval from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority - CASA.
Gilmour Space made history in March last year when its Bowen spaceport was granted the first orbital launch facility licence in Australia, and when it secured the country's first Australian Launch Permit for Eris TestFlight 1 in November.
Now, with airspace arrangements finalised and mandatory notice given to the Australian Space Agency, the company is preparing for liftoff.
Co-founder and CEO of Gilmour Space Adam Gilmour said this will be the first attempt of an Australian rocket to reach orbit from Australian soil.
With the ‘No Earlier Than’ date fast approaching he also highlighted some points of note before the launch.
• It’s important to understand that delays or 'scrubs' are a normal part of rocket launches, often caused by weather or technical issues, and can last from hours to weeks. "Safety is always the top priority. We'll only launch when we're ready, and when conditions are appropriate," he said.
• The first launch is always the toughest, reaching orbit is complex, and setbacks are common. Each moment of flight provides crucial data to improve future rocket performance.
• Launching Australian-made rockets from home soil boosts high-tech jobs, security, economic growth, and our technological independence.
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