The Journal of Space Commerce

The Journal of Space Commerce

Order Book Opened for Aurora Spaceplane

First Deliveries Expected in 2027

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Tom Patton
May 27, 2025
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Dawn Aerospace has opened the order book for its Aurora spaceplane, with first deliveries expected in 2027. This marks the first time a space-capable vehicle – designed to fly beyond the Kármán line (100 km - 328,000 ft) - has been offered for direct sale to customers.

“For the first time, customers have the opportunity to own an aircraft capable of reac…

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