Halo Space, an innovative Spanish company in the field of space tourism space tourismhas announced that it will perform its next test flight with the Halo Space balloon in Saudi Arabia this September. This event will mark the company’s sixth test flight and will take place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a country that has demonstrated its interest in positioning itself as a leader in the space industry.
The test flight will be crucial to validate the performance of the Aurora prototype capsule, which will reach an altitude of 30 kilometers above the Earth’s surface. This capsule has been designed to offer future space tourists a unique experience of viewing the curvature of the Earth and the stars at the edge of space.
Key collaboration with Saudi Arabia for the Halo space balloon
[post_relacionado]The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) of Saudi Arabia has played a key role in the completion of this project, providing support since the beginning of the year and ensuring that all systems are in place for a safe and successful flight. a safe and successful flight. This test flight is a showcase of the state-of-the-art technology developed by Halo Space and Saudi Arabia’s commitment to the development of the space sector.
HALO space flight animation. Source: HALO Space via YouTube
Alberto Castrillo, chief technology officer of Halo Spaceemphasized the importance of carrying out the flight in this country, explaining that the dates and location were carefully selected to ensure optimum performance of the equipment and the safety of the personnel on the ground.
Halo sets up base in Saudi Arabia
As part of this collaboration, Halo Space has decided to establish its flagship operational base in Saudi Arabia, where the final assembly of its space capsules will also take place. This decision reinforces the company’s commitment to the country and underlines the growing importance of Saudi Arabia in the space tourism sector.
Frank Salzgeber, acting deputy governor for the space sector at the TSA, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, noting that it represents a significant breakthrough for the space industry and that Saudi Arabia is committed to providing a regulatory environment that encourages innovation and ensures safety.
Future plans
Halo Space plans to start with manned flights in 2025 and launch commercial flights in 2026. These flights will offer passengers a unique experience, taking them to an altitude of up to 35 kilometers, allowing them to enjoy spectacular views of Earth and space.
The project has generated a great deal of buzz and promises to transform the way we understand and experience space tourism. The close collaboration between Halo Space and the Saudi authorities is an example of how is an example of how strategic partnerships can drive innovation and open new frontiers in space exploration.
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