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Launch infrastructure built for the future
The Atakani Space Centre is being developed as Australia's premier commercial launch facility. From pad access to full campaign support, SCA provides the infrastructure and services launch customers need to reach orbit from one of the world's most strategically positioned spaceports.
Get in touchA sovereign launch capability for Northern Australia
Located on Cape York Peninsula at 12°S latitude, the Atakani Space Centre offers unobstructed launch azimuths across a wide range of orbital inclinations from equatorial to sun-synchronous. The site's proximity to the equator reduces the delta-v required for low-inclination orbits, directly increasing payload mass to orbit.
SCA is developing a multi-pad launch complex designed to support a range of vehicle classes from small orbital launchers and suborbital vehicles through to medium-lift systems. The facility is being engineered to accommodate both liquid and solid propellant vehicles, with flexible infrastructure to support evolving customer requirements.
Launch pad specifications and capabilities
The future Atakani launch complex is being designed to accommodate a broad range of vehicle configurations. Key design parameters include:
Detailed technical specifications are available to qualified launch customers under NDA. Contact SCA to discuss your requirements.
Range safety and airspace management
SCA is working with the Australian Space Agency, CASA, FAA and relevant maritime authorities to establish a comprehensive range safety framework for the Atakani Space Centre.
Flight termination system (FTS)
Support for vehicle-integrated flight termination systems in compliance with Australian Space Agency licensing requirements and international range safety standards.
Airspace coordination
Dedicated airspace management in coordination with Airservices Australia and CASA, including NOTAM issuance and temporary restricted area (TRA) establishment for launch windows.
Maritime exclusion zones
Coordination with AMSA and relevant maritime authorities for downrange maritime exclusion zone establishment and vessel clearance during launch operations.
Trajectory analysis
Independent trajectory analysis and debris footprint modelling to support launch licensing and range safety certification.
Launch licensing support
End-to-end support for Australian Space Agency launch permit applications, including safety case development and regulatory liaison.
Ground support equipment
SCA's ground support equipment (GSE) infrastructure is being developed to support the full launch campaign lifecycle, from vehicle receipt through to launch.
Vehicle transport and erection
Heavy-lift transport and erection equipment for moving and raising launch vehicles from the processing facility to the launch pad.
Propellant handling
Cryogenic and storable propellant loading systems with automated safing and venting capability, designed to minimise turnaround time between campaigns.
Umbilical and service mast
Configurable umbilical tower and service mast providing electrical, data, and propellant interfaces to the vehicle on the pad.
Environmental control
Conditioned air supply and environmental monitoring for sensitive payload and avionics bays during pad operations.
Launch control systems
Redundant launch control and monitoring systems with hardened communications links between the launch pad and mission control.
Payload integration and processing
The Atakani Space Centre will include a dedicated payload processing facility providing a controlled environment for satellite and payload preparation prior to launch.
Cleanroom facilities
ISO-class cleanroom space for payload inspection, testing, and integration, with controlled temperature, humidity, and particulate levels.
Hazardous processing
Dedicated hazardous processing facility for payload fuelling operations, designed to AFSPCMAN 91-710 equivalent standards.
Mechanical integration
Overhead crane and handling equipment for payload-to-dispenser and payload-to-vehicle mechanical integration operations.
Electrical testing
Payload electrical test support including RF compatibility testing, battery charging, and interface verification with the launch vehicle.
Secure storage
Secure, climate-controlled storage for payloads and associated hardware during the pre-launch campaign period.
Launch campaign support services
SCA will provide future comprehensive campaign support to launch customers, from initial site visit through to post-launch data delivery.
Customer liaison
Dedicated launch campaign manager assigned to each customer, providing a single point of contact throughout the campaign lifecycle.
Accommodation and logistics
On-site and nearby accommodation, ground transport, and logistics coordination for customer launch teams operating at the Atakani Space Centre.
Mission control support
Access to SCA's mission control facility for launch countdown, range safety monitoring, and real-time telemetry display during launch operations.
Telemetry and tracking
On-site telemetry and tracking assets providing continuous vehicle tracking from liftoff through payload separation, with data delivery to the customer.
Weather services
Dedicated meteorological support including launch window weather forecasting, upper-level wind analysis, and lightning detection.
Post-launch reporting
Comprehensive post-launch data package including telemetry, trajectory reconstruction, and range safety event logs.
Site and facility layout
The Atakani Space Centre site on Cape York Peninsula, Queensland — aerial and satellite views showing the proposed launch complex location and surrounding terrain.
Discuss your launch requirements
SCA welcomes enquiries from launch vehicle developers, satellite operators, and government agencies seeking Southern Hemisphere launch access. Contact our team to discuss your mission requirements and how the Atakani Space Centre can support your programme.
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