A launch vehicle or carrier rocket is a rocket-propelled vehicle used to carry a payload
from Earth's surface to space, usually to Earth orbit or beyond. Our WEB-X carrier rocket is
the most powerful in operation. Standing 150 metres tall, it's quite an awe-inspiring sight
on the launch pad!
The terminology
Spaceport
A spaceport or cosmodrome is a site for launching (or receiving) spacecraft, by analogy to
the seaport for ships or airport for aircraft. Based in the famous Cape Canaveral, our
spaceport is ideally situated to take advantage of the Earth’s rotation for launch
The terminology
Space Capsule
A space capsule is an often-crewed spacecraft that uses a blunt-body reentry capsule to
reenter the Earth's atmosphere without wings. Our capsule is where you'll spend your time
during the flight. It includes a space gym, cinema, and plenty of other activities to keep
you entertained.