Supersonic Air Launch to Orbit: Rapid Transit Services

Green Launch delivers rapid, high-velocity launch services for orbital, sub-orbital, and research payloads using proprietary light-gas propulsion. Built for organizations that need faster access to space, the platform supports low-cost deployment, atmospheric missions, and advanced test programs with a strong focus on sustainable launch performance and repeatable turnaround.

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Our Rapid Transit Services

Explore high-speed launch and testing solutions for orbital delivery, research missions, and advanced aerospace development.

Orbital Delivery

Deliver satellites, supplies, and propellant to Low Earth Orbit using light-gas propulsion designed for rapid turnaround, lower launch costs, and just-in-time space logistics.

Sub-Orbital Missions

Launch payloads to the stratosphere and beyond for research, atmospheric access, and technology demonstrations with a lower-cost alternative to conventional systems.

Hypersonic Testing

Support hypersonic vehicle and scramjet testing with proven high-Mach launch capability, including free-flying engine operation at record-setting speeds.

Atmospheric Sampling

Enable mesospheric and ionospheric sampling missions for scientific organizations seeking reliable access to hard-to-reach upper-atmosphere research zones.

Horizontal Test Firing

Validate propulsion parameters, vehicle weights, and velocity outcomes through structured horizontal test firing programs backed by successful field campaigns.

Supply Transport

Move critical space-bound supplies and future refueling payloads with a launch model built for speed, repeatability, and operational efficiency.

Rapid Space Logistics

Faster Access Beyond Traditional Launch

Green Launch offers a new approach to rapid transit services by combining high-velocity light-gas propulsion with lower-cost, lower-emission launch architecture. Organizations can move research payloads, satellites, and mission-critical supplies faster than conventional launch models while benefiting from repeatable testing, scalable deployment concepts, and a platform engineered to reduce cost barriers for orbital and high-altitude access.

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Proven In Testing

Mission Highlights

Demonstrated launch milestones show measurable progress in rapid, sustainable space access.

"Green Launch's Satellite and Supply Delivery to Orbit service transformed our payload logistics. At $100/lb, we achieved significant cost savings compared to traditional rocket launches. Their precision hydrogen-oxygen propulsion technology is truly game-changing for our operations."

Dr. Marcus Chen

"We relied on Green Launch's Sub-Orbital Payload Delivery service for atmospheric research. Their team executed flawlessly, reaching Mach 3 velocities on their first vertical attempt. The professionalism and technical expertise exceeded all expectations."

Dr. Sarah Pembroke

"For anyone exploring supersonic air launch to orbit capabilities, Green Launch is the clear industry leader. Their light-gas propulsion technology delivers unprecedented performance at unbeatable pricing. We've achieved reliable, repeatable launches that competitors can't match."

James Morrison

"Green Launch's Horizontal Test Firing service at Yuma Proving Ground provided rapid validation of our designs. Their team completed 12 successful shots in just four months, delivering critical data that accelerated our development timeline significantly."

Patricia Rousseau

"The Hypersonic Vehicle Testing program delivered exceptional results. Green Launch's Mach 8 scramjet achievement surpassed previous records and validated our combustion models. For budget-conscious aerospace teams seeking high-velocity testing, their cost-effective approach is unmatched."

Dr. Robert Yamamoto

"We've partnered with Green Launch for five years on multiple Sub-Orbital Payload Delivery missions. Their commitment to reliability, zero-emission hydrogen-oxygen propulsion, and team dedication has made them our trusted launch provider. Exceptional long-term value."

Michael Fitzgerald

"Green Launch's Atmospheric Sampling of the Mesosphere service enabled breakthrough ionosphere research. Their specialized fiberglass vehicle design with RF-transparent capability and precision engineering solved problems we'd faced for years. Exceptional technical execution."

Dr. Elena Volkov

"In the competitive landscape of space access, Green Launch's supersonic air launch to orbit technology offers the most innovative solution. Their hydrogen cannon approach with just-in-time delivery every 60-90 minutes positions them as the market leader in sustainable space logistics."

David Westbrook

"Green Launch's Satellite and Supply Delivery to Orbit service transformed our payload logistics. At $100/lb, we achieved significant cost savings compared to traditional rocket launches. Their precision hydrogen-oxygen propulsion technology is truly game-changing for our operations."

Dr. Marcus Chen

"We relied on Green Launch's Sub-Orbital Payload Delivery service for atmospheric research. Their team executed flawlessly, reaching Mach 3 velocities on their first vertical attempt. The professionalism and technical expertise exceeded all expectations."

Dr. Sarah Pembroke

"For anyone exploring supersonic air launch to orbit capabilities, Green Launch is the clear industry leader. Their light-gas propulsion technology delivers unprecedented performance at unbeatable pricing. We've achieved reliable, repeatable launches that competitors can't match."

James Morrison

"Green Launch's Horizontal Test Firing service at Yuma Proving Ground provided rapid validation of our designs. Their team completed 12 successful shots in just four months, delivering critical data that accelerated our development timeline significantly."

Patricia Rousseau

"The Hypersonic Vehicle Testing program delivered exceptional results. Green Launch's Mach 8 scramjet achievement surpassed previous records and validated our combustion models. For budget-conscious aerospace teams seeking high-velocity testing, their cost-effective approach is unmatched."

Dr. Robert Yamamoto

"We've partnered with Green Launch for five years on multiple Sub-Orbital Payload Delivery missions. Their commitment to reliability, zero-emission hydrogen-oxygen propulsion, and team dedication has made them our trusted launch provider. Exceptional long-term value."

Michael Fitzgerald

"Green Launch's Atmospheric Sampling of the Mesosphere service enabled breakthrough ionosphere research. Their specialized fiberglass vehicle design with RF-transparent capability and precision engineering solved problems we'd faced for years. Exceptional technical execution."

Dr. Elena Volkov

"In the competitive landscape of space access, Green Launch's supersonic air launch to orbit technology offers the most innovative solution. Their hydrogen cannon approach with just-in-time delivery every 60-90 minutes positions them as the market leader in sustainable space logistics."

David Westbrook

"Green Launch's Satellite and Supply Delivery to Orbit service transformed our payload logistics. At $100/lb, we achieved significant cost savings compared to traditional rocket launches. Their precision hydrogen-oxygen propulsion technology is truly game-changing for our operations."

Dr. Marcus Chen

"We relied on Green Launch's Sub-Orbital Payload Delivery service for atmospheric research. Their team executed flawlessly, reaching Mach 3 velocities on their first vertical attempt. The professionalism and technical expertise exceeded all expectations."

Dr. Sarah Pembroke

"For anyone exploring supersonic air launch to orbit capabilities, Green Launch is the clear industry leader. Their light-gas propulsion technology delivers unprecedented performance at unbeatable pricing. We've achieved reliable, repeatable launches that competitors can't match."

James Morrison

"Green Launch's Horizontal Test Firing service at Yuma Proving Ground provided rapid validation of our designs. Their team completed 12 successful shots in just four months, delivering critical data that accelerated our development timeline significantly."

Patricia Rousseau

"The Hypersonic Vehicle Testing program delivered exceptional results. Green Launch's Mach 8 scramjet achievement surpassed previous records and validated our combustion models. For budget-conscious aerospace teams seeking high-velocity testing, their cost-effective approach is unmatched."

Dr. Robert Yamamoto

"We've partnered with Green Launch for five years on multiple Sub-Orbital Payload Delivery missions. Their commitment to reliability, zero-emission hydrogen-oxygen propulsion, and team dedication has made them our trusted launch provider. Exceptional long-term value."

Michael Fitzgerald

"Green Launch's Atmospheric Sampling of the Mesosphere service enabled breakthrough ionosphere research. Their specialized fiberglass vehicle design with RF-transparent capability and precision engineering solved problems we'd faced for years. Exceptional technical execution."

Dr. Elena Volkov

"In the competitive landscape of space access, Green Launch's supersonic air launch to orbit technology offers the most innovative solution. Their hydrogen cannon approach with just-in-time delivery every 60-90 minutes positions them as the market leader in sustainable space logistics."

David Westbrook
The Green Launch Difference

Why Choose Green Launch?

Green Launch combines technical innovation with practical mission capability for organizations seeking faster, more efficient launch options.

Proven Velocity

Demonstrated launch speeds up to Mach 9 for advanced testing and rapid payload deployment.

Lower Cost

Designed to reduce launch costs compared with traditional rocket-based access to orbit.

Cleaner Propulsion

Hydrogen and oxygen propulsion produces water vapor, supporting a lower-emission launch model.

Expert Leadership

Led by experienced physicists, aerospace specialists, and operators with deep propulsion knowledge.

Meet The Leadership Team

Experienced experts advancing next-generation launch systems.

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Dr. John W. Hunter

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. His technical leadership helps shape Green Launch's light-gas propulsion platform for hypersonic testing, sub-orbital missions, and orbital delivery concepts. Dr. Hunter's background supports the company's focus on practical, scalable alternatives to conventional rocket launches. He plays a central role in translating advanced propulsion theory into tested launch performance, helping Green Launch pursue faster, lower-cost, and more sustainable access to high-altitude and orbital environments for research, defense, and commercial payload applications.

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Eric Robinson

Strategic Outreach

Eric Robinson leads Strategic Outreach for Green Launch, connecting the company's advanced launch capabilities with aerospace, defense, and research stakeholders. As a systems scientist and entrepreneur, he brings valuable expertise in fluid delivery systems for aerospace applications, an area closely aligned with the operational demands of light-gas propulsion. His role supports partnership development, mission alignment, and market expansion for services such as orbital delivery, atmospheric sampling, and hypersonic testing. Robinson helps translate complex technical capabilities into practical value for prospective customers, ensuring Green Launch's solutions are clearly positioned for organizations seeking faster and more cost-effective access to space and the upper atmosphere. His cross-disciplinary perspective strengthens the company's ability to engage both technical and strategic decision-makers.

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Don Whitney

Chairman of the Board

Don Whitney serves as Chairman of the Board at Green Launch and contributes operational insight shaped by his experience as an Air Force pilot and environmental consultant. His background supports the company's mission to build launch systems that are not only high-performing, but also more sustainable than conventional alternatives. Whitney's perspective is especially valuable in operational planning, risk awareness, and aligning mission execution with broader environmental and strategic considerations. At Green Launch, he helps guide the development of rapid transit launch services intended for orbital logistics, sub-orbital payloads, and advanced aerospace testing. His leadership adds practical aviation and planning experience to a team focused on transforming how payloads reach the upper atmosphere and Low Earth Orbit with greater speed, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is supersonic air launch to orbit?

Supersonic air launch to orbit refers to a rapid launch approach designed to accelerate payloads at extremely high speeds as part of a broader path to space access. In Green Launch's model, light-gas propulsion supports very fast launch velocities for orbital and sub-orbital missions. The goal is to reduce cost, shorten deployment timelines, and create a more responsive alternative to conventional rocket launch systems.

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Still Have Mission Questions?

Speak with our team about payload goals and launch options.

Trusted Innovation

Awards and Recognition

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Since 2017

Years advancing light-gas launch technology.

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Mach 8 Record

Record free-flying scramjet operation milestone.

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Sustainable Launch Focus

Cleaner propulsion with water vapor byproduct.

Plan Your Next Rapid Launch Mission

Share your payload goals, mission timeline, and technical requirements to explore the right launch or testing solution.

Contact Us Today

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