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Q1: What is the address of Southern Launch's orbital launch complex?
A1: The address of Southern Launch's orbital launch complex, Whalers Way Orbital Launch Complex, is not explicitly mentioned in the provided content. However, it is located at Koonibba Test Range.
Q2: What type of launches does Southern Launch offer?
A2: Southern Launch offers bespoke launch and return services to support space missions, including high-cadence launches to polar and sun-synchronous orbits.
Q3: In which industry is Southern Launch operating?
A3: Southern Launch operates in the space exploration industry, specifically providing end-to-end launch services for space missions.
Q4: What services does Southern Launch provide for return of space technology to Earth?
A4: Southern Launch provides a full-service model to support the return of space technology to Earth at the Koonibba Test Range, including regulatory approval, logistics, and refurbishment facilities.
Q5: Where are Southern Launch's two unique spaceports located?
A5: Southern Launch offers two unique spaceports: Whalers Way Orbital Launch Complex, which is one of the only sites in the world that can provide high-cadence launches to polar and sun-synchronous orbits, and Koonibba Test Range, Australia’s largest civilian overland testing facility.
Q6: What approvals does Southern Launch secure for its space-related activities?
A6: Southern Launch secures all required approvals, including environmental approvals, to undertake space-related activities in Australia on behalf of its customers. Evidence of these permits is provided for every mission.
Q7: Who are the custodians of the land where Southern Launch operates its facilities?
A7: Southern Launch acknowledges the Kaurna, Barngarla, Nauo, Kokatha, Mirning, and Wirangu people as the custodians of the land where they work and operate their facilities.
Q8: What is the purpose of the Koonibba Test Range?
A8: The Koonibba Test Range is Australia’s largest civilian overland testing facility and specializes in suborbital launches and returns from space.