Astra launches.

Astra is a small-launch operator focused on rapidly-iterated, lower-cost dedicated missions. After mixed early results with Rocket 3, Astra is developing Rocket 4 for dedicated smallsat launches. LaunchDetect tracks Astra launches from Kodiak (Alaska) via NOAA GOES-18 and Cape Canaveral via NOAA GOES-19.

Every Astra launch is independently confirmed by LaunchDetect from NOAA GOES or JMA Himawari geostationary thermal infrared imagery within 30 to 90 seconds of ignition. Independent of any operator press release or broadcast.

Operator facts

CountryUnited States
Founded2016
HeadquartersAlameda, California
Active fleetRocket 4 (in development)
Primary padsPacific Spaceport Complex (Kodiak), Cape Canaveral
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