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Sierra Space Dream Chaser

Sierra Space · Reusable Spaceplane · USA · Digital Age (2010–present)

Sierra Space Dream Chaser — Reusable Spaceplane
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Dream Chaser is an American reusable lifting-body spaceplane developed by Sierra Space. Conceived as a crewed vehicle, it is being developed in a cargo configuration known as the Dream Chaser Cargo System for missions to the International Space Station (ISS) under NASA's Commercial Resupply Services program.

Specifications

Category
Space
Sub-Category
Spaceplane
Domain
Dual-Use
Era
Digital Age (2010–present)
Country
USA
Manufacturer
Sierra Space
Operator
Sierra Space / NASA
Primary Role
Reusable Spaceplane
Status
In Development
Produced
3
Propulsion
Rocket
Engine
Hybrid rocket engine + orbital manoeuvring (planned)
Thrust / Power
Classified
Launch
Ground (Vulcan Centaur)
Length (ft)
30
Wingspan (ft)
22.9
Payload (lb)
12500
Service Ceiling (ft)
870000
Range (mi)
250
Max Speed (mph)
17500
Max Speed (Mach)
25