Orbital Delivery
Delivery of satellites and mission supplies to Low Earth Orbit using proprietary light-gas propulsion designed for rapid, lower-cost space access.
Explore how Green Launch supports orbital and suborbital missions through innovative light-gas propulsion, high-altitude testing, and payload delivery capabilities. This page highlights launch-related services, technical strengths, and mission applications for research, defense, and commercial space customers seeking faster, lower-cost access to the upper atmosphere and Low Earth Orbit.
Specialized launch and test capabilities supporting research, defense, and commercial space access missions.
Delivery of satellites and mission supplies to Low Earth Orbit using proprietary light-gas propulsion designed for rapid, lower-cost space access.
Sub-orbital payload delivery for atmospheric missions, technology demonstrations, and research programs requiring access to the stratosphere and beyond.
Mission support for mesospheric and ionospheric sampling, helping scientific organizations gather critical environmental and communications research data.
High-velocity launch testing for hypersonic vehicles and scramjet programs, with demonstrated free-flying engine operation at extreme Mach speeds.
Controlled horizontal test firing programs that validate propulsion performance, pressure parameters, vehicle weight, and achieved launch velocities.
Integrated research and development support for organizations evaluating sustainable alternatives to conventional rocket-based launch systems.
Green Launch begins by reviewing payload goals, altitude targets, velocity requirements, and mission constraints to determine whether orbital, suborbital, or test-launch support is the best fit.
Demonstrated launch milestones and technical progress across atmospheric, hypersonic, and orbital mission applications.
Green Launch combines technical innovation with practical mission-focused launch development.
Proprietary light-gas propulsion offers a practical alternative to conventional rocket launch methods.
Mission architecture is designed to reduce launch costs for research and commercial payload programs.
Demonstrated launch speeds up to Mach 9 support demanding hypersonic and suborbital applications.
Hydrogen and oxygen propellant systems support lower-emission launches with water vapor byproduct.
Experienced leaders advancing alternative space access.
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 a strong foundation in advanced launch concepts and extreme-speed testing. At Green Launch, he helps guide the technical development of light-gas propulsion for suborbital, orbital, and hypersonic applications. His background supports the company's focus on practical, lower-cost alternatives to traditional rocket systems. Dr. Hunter's leadership is central to validating launch performance, refining vehicle design, and advancing mission capabilities for research, defense, and commercial customers seeking reliable access to high-altitude and space environments.
Strategic Outreach
Eric Robinson leads Strategic Outreach for Green Launch, helping connect the company's launch capabilities with organizations in aerospace, defense, and scientific research. His background as a systems scientist and entrepreneur includes expertise in fluid delivery systems for aerospace applications, making him well suited to communicate the practical value of Green Launch's propulsion technology. He plays an important role in aligning customer mission needs with the company's orbital, suborbital, and testing services. By bridging technical innovation and market opportunity, Eric supports partnerships, customer engagement, and long-term growth. His work helps ensure that Green Launch's sustainable and cost-conscious approach to space access is clearly positioned for institutions seeking new ways to deploy payloads and conduct high-altitude missions.
Chairman of the Board
Don Whitney serves as Chairman of the Board at Green Launch and contributes operational perspective shaped by his experience as an Air Force pilot and environmental consultant. His background supports the company's planning around mission execution, logistics, and responsible technology development. At Green Launch, he helps guide strategic decisions as the company advances sustainable launch systems for atmospheric, suborbital, and orbital applications. His aviation and environmental experience complements the organization's goal of creating a more efficient alternative to traditional launch methods. Don's leadership supports disciplined oversight, practical mission planning, and long-range growth as Green Launch works with research institutions, defense stakeholders, and commercial customers pursuing dependable access to upper-atmosphere and space-based mission environments.
Green Launch supports orbital delivery, suborbital payload missions, atmospheric sampling, hypersonic vehicle testing, and horizontal test firing. Its light-gas propulsion platform is designed for organizations that need high-speed launch capability for research, defense, or commercial applications. Services can support payload deployment, technology validation, and upper-atmosphere access depending on mission objectives and technical requirements.
Talk with the team about payload goals and launch options.
Years of focused launch development.
Eco-conscious propulsion system approach.
Demonstrated advanced propulsion milestones.
Share your payload goals, testing needs, or launch objectives, and Green Launch will help determine the right mission path.
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