On 8/1/14, M5AKA <m5...@yahoo.co.uk> wrote: > The $295,000 for a 3U CubeSat to LEO (which presumably means a 600 km or > lower LEO) seems comparable with prices from others using proven launchers > (typically $100k for 1U). > > > It highlights the importance of partnering with others, such as Educational > establishments to defray costs. >
<snip> On the other hand, that company does have a proven launch record. By comparison, I know of a start-up that would air launch a cubesat for a 7-figure price, but it hasn't had a flight yet. At the other end of the scale, one group could do it for something like $60,000--but it doesn't have a rocket ready to go, either. Let's not forget that one gets what one pays for. 73s Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
