Sierra Space emphasizes that the safety of the Dream Chaser is of utmost importance. In the future, when the spaceplane transports astronauts, the well-being of both the astronauts and the crew members on the International Space Station (ISS) will be a top priority. Additionally, Sierra Space understands the significance of safeguarding scientific payloads, as they are vital for NASA’s experiments. To address these concerns, the company has incorporated “advanced safety mechanisms” into the design of the Dream Chaser. Furthermore, the spaceplane’s innovative construction enables a reentry at fewer than 1.5 g-forces, ensuring the preservation of delicate cargo.

Sierra Space envisions the Dream Chaser as a catalyst for sustainable space travel. The company has dedicated years to developing a propulsion and oxidizer-fuel system that is more environmentally friendly than previous models. The high reusability of the spacecraft and its adaptability for various missions further solidify its sustainability. By enabling landings on commercial runways and facilitating quick turnaround times between missions, the Dream Chaser minimizes the need for constructing new spacecraft. Consequently, there will be a reduced demand for low-Earth orbit vehicles.

The inaugural launch of the Dream Chaser is planned from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, utilizing United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan Centaur rocket to carry the Tenacity into orbit. The spaceplane will complete its first return trip by landing at the NASA Space Shuttle Landing Facility.