MIURA 5 Progress

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Pressurization system qualified

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PLD Space validates the MIURA 5 tank pressurization architecture under nominal propellant flow conditions. The campaign validated control avionics, flight software PID, and pressurization and venting systems across MIURA 5 Stage 1 and Stage 2 tanks. The next milestone will be the start of full-stage testing.

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Second Stage Assembled

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MIURA 5's second stage has begun its qualification campaign. The stage integrates avionics, feed system, RCS, and the primary and secondary structures, all developed and manufactured in-house by PLD Space. Its next milestone will be the EMC test campaign, followed by engine integration and preparation for a static test in Teruel.

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January 2026

 

Progress Update 

 

Over the past few months, the teams at PLD Space have made significant progress at speed and scale in the development of our MIURA 5 launch system. Discover MIURA 5 Qualification Model 2 and the fast-paced construction rhythm of our future launchpad at CSG Kourou (French Guiana).

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Funding has been received from the Betica Business Expansion Corporation (FCR), co-financed by the European Union through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), for the project "MIURA 1 Launches at INTA and R&D&I Developments in Andalusia." This project aims to promote technological development, innovation, and high-quality research.
Promote research, technological development and innovation
MIURA 1 launches at INTA and R&D development in Andalusia