Hypersonic Testing
Support hypersonic vehicle and scramjet testing with demonstrated launch velocities up to Mach 9, helping aerospace teams validate performance in extreme-speed flight conditions.
Explore Green Launch’s light gas gun facility capabilities for high-velocity testing, sub-orbital payload delivery, and advanced atmospheric research. Built on proven light-gas propulsion technology and validated through repeated Yuma Proving Ground campaigns, these services support aerospace, defense, and scientific organizations seeking faster, lower-cost access to extreme-speed test environments.
Specialized launch and test services for hypersonic research, payload delivery, and high-velocity aerospace applications.
Support hypersonic vehicle and scramjet testing with demonstrated launch velocities up to Mach 9, helping aerospace teams validate performance in extreme-speed flight conditions.
Conduct controlled horizontal test firing campaigns with varied gas pressures, vehicle weights, and velocity targets to generate repeatable propulsion and launch performance data.
Launch payloads into the stratosphere and beyond for research, atmospheric missions, and technology demonstrations using proven vertical light-gas launch methods.
Enable mesospheric and ionospheric sampling missions for scientific organizations seeking access to hard-to-reach regions for communications, navigation, and climate research.
Advance low-cost satellite and supply delivery concepts to Low Earth Orbit through light-gas propulsion designed for rapid, repeatable launch operations.
Use iterative test campaigns to validate gas manifold controls, pressure profiles, projectile behavior, and system reliability across multiple launch scenarios.
Green Launch’s light gas gun facility services combine extreme-speed propulsion, repeatable testing, and mission-focused flexibility for aerospace, defense, and research customers. From hypersonic validation to atmospheric access and sub-orbital payload delivery, the platform is built to reduce launch cost, expand test possibilities, and support programs that need reliable high-velocity performance beyond conventional rocket-only approaches.
Demonstrated results across hypersonic, sub-orbital, and propulsion validation programs.
Organizations choose Green Launch for specialized propulsion expertise and practical testing capability.
Demonstrated launch speeds up to Mach 9 for demanding hypersonic and propulsion test objectives.
Led by experienced physicists and aerospace specialists with deep high-velocity propulsion knowledge.
Designed to reduce mission costs compared with traditional rocket-based testing and delivery approaches.
Hydrogen and oxygen propellant strategy supports cleaner launch operations with water vapor byproduct.
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 is known for leading the SHARP project at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, giving him a strong foundation in extreme-speed launch science and advanced propulsion research. At Green Launch, he helps guide the technical development of light-gas launch systems for hypersonic testing, sub-orbital missions, and future orbital delivery applications. His background supports the company’s focus on practical, lower-cost alternatives to conventional launch methods while maintaining rigorous engineering standards. Dr. Hunter’s leadership is central to translating experimental propulsion concepts into repeatable, mission-ready testing capabilities for aerospace, defense, and scientific customers.
Strategic Outreach
Eric Robinson leads Strategic Outreach for Green Launch and contributes a blend of systems science, entrepreneurship, and aerospace application knowledge. His experience includes expertise in fluid delivery systems, an important capability for advanced propulsion and launch technologies where precision and reliability matter. At Green Launch, he helps connect the company’s light-gas launch capabilities with the needs of aerospace, defense, and research organizations seeking practical testing and payload solutions. He plays a key role in communicating technical value to prospective partners, supporting business development, and aligning customer objectives with available launch and test services. His cross-functional perspective helps Green Launch position its innovative propulsion platform for real-world use cases ranging from atmospheric sampling to hypersonic vehicle validation.
Chairman of the Board
Don Whitney serves as Chairman of the Board at Green Launch and brings valuable operational and strategic perspective to the company. His background as an Air Force pilot contributes practical insight into mission planning, flight operations, and disciplined execution in technically demanding environments. He also adds experience as an environmental consultant, supporting Green Launch’s broader emphasis on more sustainable launch alternatives. In his leadership role, Don helps shape operational planning and long-term direction as the company advances light-gas propulsion for testing, sub-orbital delivery, and future orbital applications. His combined aviation and environmental experience strengthens Green Launch’s ability to balance performance, mission readiness, and responsible innovation while serving customers in aerospace, defense, and scientific research sectors.
A light gas gun facility supports high-velocity launch and test operations for aerospace, defense, and research applications. Typical capabilities include projectile acceleration, hypersonic test support, propulsion validation, sub-orbital payload launch, and atmospheric sampling. Green Launch’s platform is designed for repeatable testing with controlled gas pressures, launch parameters, and mission-specific configurations that help customers gather meaningful performance data.
Speak with our team about testing goals and mission requirements.
Years of focused propulsion development.
Successful horizontal and vertical launch campaigns.
Cleaner propulsion approach for future missions.
Share your testing, payload, or research objectives and we’ll help determine the right light gas launch capability for your program.
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