5 August 2025 the year of Scottish Skyrora became the first British manufacturer, which has received a commercial license for space launches from the UK Civil Aviation Management (CAA). This license allows Skyrora to launch Skylark L Saxaward Saksavard Space, What is an important step towards creating a full -fledged launch system from a British territory.
This event supports the goals of the UK National Space Strategy, aimed at strengthening the country's position as a leading player in the global space arena. Independent launches will reduce the UK's dependence on foreign space service providers and increase national sustainability for commercial and government missions.
Skylar L.: Innovative and ecological rocket
In the center of the project - Suborbital missile Skylark L tall 11 meters, capable of delivering loads by mass to 50 kg beyond Karman's line (100 km, The conditional boundary of space). The rocket is equipped with a two -component engine power 30 dn, which uses eco -friendly fuel, and made using 3D-printed components in the UK. Skylark L was developed to test technologies for Skyrora XL orbital missile, but also opens opportunities for inexpensive microgravitation experiments, What is an economic alternative to orbital missions.
Experience from Iceland and plans for the future
Launch Skylark L at 2022 the year from Iceland has not achieved full success, but provided valuable data on rocket performance, Logistics and Recovery Operations. These lessons have accelerated system improvements and prepared Skyrora for future orbital launches.
Skyrora collaborates with Saksavord's Space, which received a license for vertical launches in December 2023 year and permission to control the range in April 2024 year. The company has signed a memorandum of mutual understanding with Saksavord in 2021 year, Planning to 2030 the year to reach 16 launches per year. Before starting Skyrora must fulfill the license conditions, In particular, provide insurance, to enter into a data exchange agreement with the UK government and to coordinate actions with international aviation authorities.