Reading level:
ArianeGroup Prometheus / Themis
ArianeGroup · Reusable Launch Vehicle (Booster) · France · Cold War (1970–1991)
Ariane is a series of European civilian expendable launch vehicles for space launch use. The name comes from the French spelling of the mythological character Ariadne. France first proposed the Ariane project and it was officially agreed upon at the end of 1973 after discussions between France, Germany and the UK. The project was Western Europe's second attempt at developing its own launcher following the unsuccessful Europa project. The Ariane project was code-named L3S.
Specifications
- Category
- Space
- Sub-Category
- Launch Vehicle
- Domain
- Dual-Use
- Era
- Cold War (1970–1991)
- Country
- France
- Manufacturer
- ArianeGroup
- Operator
- ESA / ArianeGroup
- Primary Role
- Reusable Launch Vehicle (Booster)
- Status
- In Development
- Engine
- Prometheus LOX/LNG reusable engine
- Thrust / Power
- 441,000 lbf
- Launch
- Ground
- Service Ceiling (ft)
- 870000
- Max Speed (mph)
- 17000
- Max Speed (Mach)
- 23