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PD AeroSpace

PD AeroSpace (PD stands for Pulse Detonation) is a Japanese aerospace company developing suborbital spaceplanes using hybrid jet-rocket propulsion with pulse detonation technology.

Hekinan, Japan Est. 2007 Commercial
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Country
Japan
Founded
2007
Type
commercial
Status
development

About PD AeroSpace

PD AeroSpace (PD stands for Pulse Detonation) is a Japanese aerospace company developing suborbital spaceplanes using hybrid jet-rocket propulsion with pulse detonation technology. The company aims to carry 2 pilots and 6 passengers on suborbital flights. PD AeroSpace plans to operate from Shimojishima spaceport in Okinawa and envisions point-to-point transport connecting Tokyo to New York in 60 minutes.

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When was PD AeroSpace founded?
PD AeroSpace was founded in 2007 in Japan.
Where is PD AeroSpace headquartered?
PD AeroSpace is headquartered in Hekinan, Japan.
What does PD AeroSpace do?
PD AeroSpace (PD stands for Pulse Detonation) is a Japanese aerospace company developing suborbital spaceplanes using hybrid jet-rocket propulsion with pulse detonation technology. The company aims to carry 2 pilots and 6 passengers on suborbital flights. PD AeroSpace plans to operate from Shimojishima spaceport in Oki…
Is PD AeroSpace a public or private company?
PD AeroSpace is currently a private commercial (status: development).
What sector does PD AeroSpace operate in?
PD AeroSpace operates in launch-services, space-tourism.

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Last updated: May 29, 2026
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