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Safety Features
Our first priority in all our launch operations is the physical safety of your representatives, the general public and our staff.
Our comprehensive flight path simulation software allows us to target a landing radius of ~100 metres, avoiding built-up areas and other hazards. If the true flight path diverges, our cut-down mechanism allows us to safely terminate a flight at any time.
All our spacecraft are equipped with a parachute – kept taut on the ascent by the line pressure – that naturally unfurls when the balloon bursts, resulting in no mechanical points of failure.
Aerospace Regulations
Every country has its own aerospace regulator and a unique set of legal requirements.
We have strong working relationships with the UK Space Agency and Civil Aviation Authority, the US Federal Aviation Authority and aerospace regulators across Europe and further afield.
Our experience working with regulatory bodies and even consulting on legislative and process changes in the UK means that even if we haven’t launched in a particular region before, we’re ready to tackle the challenge of each country’s unique considerations.
Insurance
Our dedication to safety has given us an unmatched success rate — over 2000 space launches with no airborne collisions or near-misses and a 100% recovery record.
For peace of mind, we are insured internationally for commercial high-altitude balloon flights with full public liability insurance.
Brand Reputation
As an aerospace company with marketing in our blood, we’re always mindful of our responsibility to protect your brand’s image in all our operations.
All our public-facing operatives have training for handling the public and the press to ensure they don’t reflect poorly on your brand while we’re working for you.
When it comes to managing your own communications, we equip you with strategy and tools to field questions from journalists and on social media. Concerns about environmental impact? Our comprehensive environmental policy will put any fears to rest.