Helios kick stage
High-energy methalox kick stage built in Redondo Beach. Its first flight has slipped from mid-2026 to 2027. Its Mira vehicle has flown three times.
Milestones · step 3 of 3
Helios announcedJan 2024
Joins Space Force NSSL program2026
First Helios launch2027
Timeline
2027 First Helios launchIN PROGRESS
2026 Joins Space Force NSSL program
Jan 2024 Helios announced
Team