Sub-Orbital Delivery
Launch payloads to the stratosphere and beyond for imaging, sensing, and research missions using Green Launch's light-gas propulsion platform and proven vertical test capabilities.
Green Launch provides advanced payload launch solutions for imaging, sampling, and research missions above the atmosphere. Built on proven light-gas propulsion technology, the service supports fast, lower-emission access to high-altitude environments and sub-orbital profiles for organizations that need reliable test conditions, responsive scheduling, and cost-conscious alternatives to traditional launch methods.
Specialized launch and test capabilities for research, aerospace, and high-altitude payload missions.
Launch payloads to the stratosphere and beyond for imaging, sensing, and research missions using Green Launch's light-gas propulsion platform and proven vertical test capabilities.
Support scientific missions requiring access to upper-atmosphere regions, including mesosphere-focused sampling and data collection for communications, navigation, surveillance, and climate research.
Validate payloads, components, and mission concepts under extreme velocity conditions with launch profiles demonstrated up to Mach 9 for advanced aerospace applications.
Use controlled field testing to evaluate gas charge pressures, vehicle weight, release pressures, and resulting velocities before scaling mission concepts further.
Plan future-ready missions for satellite and supply delivery to Low Earth Orbit through a lower-emission launch architecture designed for speed and repeatability.
Deploy imaging payloads above the atmosphere for observation, sensing, and experimental missions where altitude, speed, and responsive launch access are critical.
Green Launch helps organizations reach above-atmosphere environments with a practical alternative to conventional rocket systems. Using proprietary light-gas propulsion, the company supports imaging payloads, atmospheric research, and high-speed test missions with an emphasis on lower emissions, rapid turnaround potential, and cost efficiency. For aerospace, defense, and scientific teams, that means more flexible mission planning and access to valuable flight data.
Demonstrated launch performance across hypersonic, sub-orbital, and atmospheric research applications.
Green Launch combines technical innovation with demonstrated testing experience for specialized payload missions.
Demonstrated launch speeds up to Mach 9 for demanding aerospace and payload test applications.
Hydrogen and oxygen propulsion supports a zero carbon emission launch approach with water vapor byproduct.
Built to reduce launch costs compared with traditional rocket-based access for qualified payload missions.
Led by experienced physicists, systems specialists, and aerospace professionals with deep propulsion knowledge.
Experienced leaders driving advanced launch innovation.
Chief Technical Officer
Dr. John W. Hunter serves as Chief Technical Officer at Green Launch and brings deep expertise in high-velocity propulsion systems. A physicist by training, he previously led the SHARP project at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, giving him rare hands-on experience with extreme-speed launch technologies. At Green Launch, he helps guide the technical development of light-gas propulsion systems used for sub-orbital payload delivery, atmospheric sampling, and hypersonic testing. His background supports the company's mission to create a more sustainable and cost-effective path for above-atmosphere access. Clients evaluating specialized launch services benefit from his long-standing work in propulsion science, test validation, and practical aerospace innovation focused on real-world mission performance.
Strategic Outreach
Eric Robinson leads Strategic Outreach for Green Launch and contributes a systems-focused perspective shaped by entrepreneurship and aerospace application knowledge. His experience includes fluid delivery systems, an important technical area for advanced propulsion and launch operations. At Green Launch, he helps connect the company's capabilities with organizations in aerospace, defense, and scientific research that need responsive access to high-altitude and above-atmosphere missions. He plays a key role in translating complex launch technology into practical mission opportunities for customers exploring imaging payload deployment, atmospheric sampling, and test programs. His blend of technical understanding and market-facing communication helps ensure prospective partners can clearly evaluate mission fit, operational advantages, and the broader value of Green Launch's sustainable launch approach.
Chairman of the Board
Don Whitney serves as Chairman of the Board for Green Launch and brings a valuable operational perspective shaped by his experience as an Air Force pilot and environmental consultant. His background supports the company's focus on disciplined planning, mission execution, and environmentally conscious innovation in launch services. At Green Launch, he contributes to strategic oversight and helps align technical ambition with practical operational readiness for payload missions above the atmosphere. His aviation and consulting experience strengthens the company's ability to think through logistics, safety considerations, and long-term market applications for sustainable launch systems. For customers considering specialized launch partnerships, his leadership adds confidence that Green Launch is guided by both aerospace experience and a clear understanding of responsible technology development.
An above-atmosphere imaging payload launch service is designed to carry cameras, sensors, or research instruments to very high altitudes where they can capture data beyond the limits of conventional aircraft. Green Launch supports these missions using light-gas propulsion technology suited for sub-orbital profiles, atmospheric research, and specialized aerospace testing where speed, altitude, and mission responsiveness matter.
Talk with Green Launch about payload goals and launch fit.
Years of focused launch technology development.
Lower-emission hydrogen and oxygen launch approach.
Successful field and vertical launch milestones.
Share your mission goals, payload details, and timeline to explore whether Green Launch is the right fit for your above-atmosphere launch needs.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 619-933-6678. You can also send us a quick email at jwhunter2004@yahoo.com
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 619-933-6678. You can also send us a quick email at jwhunter2004@yahoo.com