Phantom: High Resolution VLEO Imaging Satellite

European VLEO Platform

Phantom is built in Belgium and designed to enable a wide variety of intelligence, Earth science and communications missions in VLEO.

Phantom is designed to operate for up to five years on orbit, enabling sustainable and cost-effective missions.

OVERVIEW

Phantom Product Information

Size (Stowed)	1.8 m x 1.3 m x 1.3 m
Payload Size	40 cm x 40 cm x 60 cm (launcher-dependent)
Payload Mass	50 kg
Total Spacecraft Weight	Below 300 kg
Power Available	>25 W OAP (EOL)
Propulsion	Electric
Orbital Altitude	Below 300 km
Mission Lifetime	Up to 5 years
Mission Applications	Earth Science, ISR, SDA, RF signal monitoring, Communications

Phantom is in development and these specifications are subject to change without notice.

REDWIRE + VLEO

Press Release

Redwire Announces Development of New European-Built Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) Spacecraft Platform called Phantom

May 13, 2024

In the News

Eyes in the sky: The increasing importance of very low Earth orbit (VLEO) for national security

March 15, 2024

In the News

ESA funds Skimsat demonstrator study for VLEO

March 13, 2024

Budget-friendly Design

Phantom is tailored for cost-effectiveness and reliability.

Aerodynamic design uses less propellant

Compatible with small satellite launchers

Standardized off-the-shelf elements reduce manufacturing cost

Does not require fuel to deorbit

SPOTLIGHT

Skimsat

For the European Space Agency

“Skimsat stands to completely change the Earth observation market by challenging the traditional use of high altitudes that avoid air drag and by creating a new business model for high resolution imaging by using short lifetime and lead time and thus offering the market the benefit of more cost-effective satellites,” said Andrew Stanniland, CEO of Thales Alenia Space in the U.K.

Together with Thales Alenia Space, Redwire is studying the use of VLEO for the European Space Agency’s Skimsat program. Skimsat is a VLEO satellite that aims to significantly reduce the cost of Earth observation while increasing performance by operating at substantially lower altitudes.

SPOTLIGHT

SabreSat Orbital Drone

A New Breed of Satellite

Whether your mission requires persistent, high-resolution imagery or resilient communications, Redwire’s highly flexible SabreSat VLEO platform delivers.

Built in the United States and designed for performance, endurance, and cost-effectiveness, SabreSat can be produced in volume to meet the needs of large constellations.

The product information contained on this page is (i) an approximation based on current design plans, (ii) provided for informational purposes only, and (iii) subject to change without notice. This information does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or representation of final product features, specifications, or performance. Actual features, specifications, and performance may vary due to product updates, design modifications, regulatory requirements, or other factors. Please contact us directly for the most up-to-date product details.

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