Orbital Delivery
Launch Earth observation satellites and mission-critical payloads to low Earth orbit using Green Launch's light-gas propulsion system designed to reduce cost and improve deployment efficiency.
Green Launch offers an affordable path to deploy Earth observation payloads using proprietary light-gas propulsion technology. Built for satellite manufacturers, research teams, and aerospace innovators, this service emphasizes lower launch costs, rapid turnaround potential, and cleaner operations with hydrogen and oxygen propellant for more sustainable access to low Earth orbit.
Flexible launch and payload delivery solutions supporting orbital, sub-orbital, and high-altitude mission requirements.
Launch Earth observation satellites and mission-critical payloads to low Earth orbit using Green Launch's light-gas propulsion system designed to reduce cost and improve deployment efficiency.
Support technology demonstrations, atmospheric research, and precursor missions with sub-orbital payload delivery to the stratosphere and beyond using low-cost launch architecture.
Enable scientific payloads to gather data in upper atmospheric regions, supporting climate, communications, navigation, and surveillance research with specialized launch vehicles.
Validate payload survivability and mission concepts through high-velocity launch testing informed by extensive field trials and propulsion performance data.
Leverage proven high-Mach launch capability for hypersonic vehicle and propulsion testing where extreme velocity performance is essential to mission development.
Move supplies, propellant, and supporting payloads toward orbit with a system designed for frequent launches and future just-in-time space logistics.
Green Launch helps organizations pursue Earth observation missions with a more affordable alternative to conventional rocket systems. Its proprietary light-gas propulsion platform is designed to lower launch costs, support rapid mission cadence, and reduce environmental impact through hydrogen and oxygen propellant. For satellite manufacturers, research institutions, and aerospace teams, that means practical access to orbital deployment backed by rigorous testing and real-world launch development.
Built on successful test milestones and advancing launch capability for future orbital missions.
Green Launch combines breakthrough propulsion research with a practical focus on affordability, sustainability, and mission readiness.
Designed to reduce launch costs compared with traditional rocket-based orbital delivery methods.
Uses hydrogen and oxygen propellant with water vapor as the primary launch byproduct.
Backed by successful horizontal and vertical launch testing at Yuma Proving Ground.
Led by experienced aerospace and physics professionals advancing high-velocity launch innovation.
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 experience in advanced launch and scramjet-related technologies. At Green Launch, he helps guide the technical development of the company's light-gas propulsion platform for affordable access to sub-orbital and orbital missions. His background supports the company's focus on practical, lower-cost launch alternatives for satellite manufacturers, scientific organizations, and aerospace innovators. Dr. Hunter's leadership is central to translating years of propulsion research into scalable launch capabilities for Earth observation payloads and other specialized missions.
Strategic Outreach
Eric Robinson leads Strategic Outreach for Green Launch, helping connect the company's launch capabilities with the needs of aerospace, research, and satellite industry partners. He is a systems scientist and entrepreneur with expertise in fluid delivery systems for aerospace applications, a background that aligns closely with Green Launch's propulsion-driven mission architecture. His role supports customer engagement, partnership development, and market positioning for affordable and sustainable launch services. By translating complex technical capabilities into mission-focused solutions, Eric helps organizations understand how Green Launch can support Earth observation, atmospheric research, and orbital delivery goals. His combination of scientific understanding and business development insight strengthens the company's ability to serve emerging and established space-sector customers.
Chairman of the Board
Don Whitney serves as Chairman of the Board at Green Launch and contributes broad operational and strategic experience to the company's growth. His background includes service as an Air Force pilot as well as work as an environmental consultant, giving him a valuable perspective on both mission execution and sustainability considerations. At Green Launch, he supports operational planning and high-level guidance as the company advances affordable launch solutions for orbital and sub-orbital payloads. His experience helps reinforce the company's commitment to disciplined execution, responsible innovation, and practical space access. Don's leadership supports Green Launch's long-term vision of delivering satellites and supplies more efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on environmental performance and mission reliability.
An affordable Earth observation satellite launch service is a mission offering designed to place imaging, sensing, or monitoring payloads into space at a lower cost than conventional launch options. Green Launch focuses on reducing launch expense through proprietary light-gas propulsion technology while supporting orbital access for satellite manufacturers, research organizations, and aerospace customers seeking practical deployment options.
Talk with Green Launch about payload goals and launch planning.
Advancing launch technology since company founding.
Successful horizontal and vertical launch demonstrations.
Cleaner launch concept using hydrogen and oxygen.
Share your payload objectives, mission profile, and timeline to explore whether Green Launch is the right fit for your 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