As an architect and integrator of complex airborne systems, Dassault Aviation intends to take advantage of its space expertise to develop spaceplane solutions that disrupt current systems.
VORTEX (Véhicule Orbital Réutilisable de Transport et d’Exploration)
Designed to operate in space and return to Earth like an aircraft, these intrinsically dual-use vehicles have the potential to transform space operations—enabling new applications across commercial, scientific, and military missions.
Space transportation to orbital stations
Free Flyer autonomous orbital platform
In-orbit servicing
Pre-positioning of assets in orbit
Intervention in space
Specifications