Stratolaunch Systems

Stratolaunch is a private aerospace company that focuses on advanced air-launch systems for hypersonic and space access applications. Founded in 2011 by Paul Allen and Burt Rutan, the company operates the Roc, the largest aircraft in the world by wingspan, which serves as a mobile launch platform. Stratolaunch has shifted its focus from satellite launches to hypersonic flight testing, emphasizing the advancement of U.S. hypersonic capabilities.The company offers hypersonic flight testing services, including the Talon-A reusable testbed, which supports research and development for government and commercial clients. The Roc enables flexible testing of hypersonic systems without the need for fixed infrastructure. Stratolaunch also provides mission integration services, assisting with payload integration, data collection, and post-flight analysis. The company collaborates with U.S. government agencies and defense contractors to enhance aerospace technologies aligned with national security priorities.