Stratolaunch

Stratolaunch is a company that built the world’s largest airplane, designed to carry and launch rockets into space. Its aircraft has a wingspan longer than a football field, and it can carry rockets to high altitudes, releasing them so they can blast off into orbit. This approach allows for more flexible and cost-effective space launches, as the plane can reach different launch points and avoid some weather issues. Founded by Paul Allen, Stratolaunch aims to make accessing space easier and more affordable by providing an alternative to traditional ground-based rockets.