New reusable spacecraft can drop 500 pounds anywhere on Earth fast

based in Los Angeles aviation start The company, Inversion Space, has unveiled Arc, its first flagship spacecraft designed to deliver materials from orbit back to Earth in record time. The reusable reentry vehicle can transport up to 500 pounds of mission-critical payload to nearly any point on the planet in less than an hour. Founders Justin Fiaschetti and Austin Briggs founded the company in 2021 with a bold vision: to create a space-based logistics network. During an event at the company’s factory, they described Arc as the next evolution of global delivery, starting in orbit rather than on the ground.

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How does the Arc spacecraft deliver cargo from orbit to Earth?

At approximately 8 feet tall and 4 feet wide, the Arc is roughly the size of a large tabletop. This is a vehicle with a liftable body, meaning it can steer when reentering the atmosphere. Instead of needing a runway, the Arc lands safely under parachutes and uses non-toxic propellants, making it safe to handle immediately after landing. The spacecraft has a cross-range of approximately 621 miles, allowing it to target large landing zones. It will be able to remain in orbit for up to five years and be ready to return to Earth if necessary. This flexibility means spacecraft could one day deliver medical supplies, drones or military equipment to hard-to-reach places.

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Inversion’s Ray mission tested key systems in orbit, paving the way for full development of Arc. (Inversion Space)

Why Arc’s hypersonic speed could transform aviation testing

Beyond rapid delivery, the Arc can also be used as a hypersonic test platform. It can reach speeds in excess of Mach 20, withstand extreme heat, and withstand massive g-forces. These capabilities have attracted the attention of US defense agencies seeking to develop hypersonic flight tests. Inversion’s participation in the Kratos-led MACH-TB 2.0 program underscores the growing military interest in Arc’s reusable design. “Fully reusable and capable of precise landings for rapid recovery, Arc makes hypersonic testing faster, repeatable and more affordable,” the company said.

Arc can deliver mission-critical cargo anywhere on Earth in less than an hour. (Inversion Space)

What Inversion learned from its first spacecraft, Ray

Before the Arc, Inversion launched a smaller demo vehicle called the Ray on SpaceX’s Transporter-12 mission. The Ray weighed approximately 200 pounds and successfully tested propulsion, avionics, and solar power systems in orbit. Although the short circuit prevented reentry, it provided valuable data that led to the development of Arc. Ray’s success convinced the company to move forward with full-scale testing. Inversion has already completed dozens of drop tests and built a full-scale Arc prototype. The startup also partnered with NASA to improve the vehicle’s thermal protection system for re-entry.

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How is Arc strengthening defense and emergency logistics?

Inversion sees Arc as a bridge between space logistics and national defense. Spacecraft can deliver mission-critical cargo to remote, damaged or denied environments where conventional transportation could take days. As Fiaschetti puts it, the goal is simple: to make a difference the moment it lands. By combining maneuverability, reusability and speed, Arc can reshape both emergency response and battlefield supply chains. It’s not just about moving packages, it’s also about ensuring preparation.

Engineers at Inversion Space are testing Arc’s reentry systems as the spacecraft approaches flight readiness. (Inversion Space)

What does this mean for you?

If Arc is successful, it could redefine emergency logistics on Earth. Imagine doctors receiving vital medical kits from orbit after a natural disaster, or soldiers receiving emergency supplies in minutes instead of hours. The Arc could also accelerate scientific research, enabling faster delivery of experimental payloads or orbital materials. For ordinary people, this technology represents the next step towards on-demand space infrastructure, where the lines between space and Earth logistics are beginning to blur.

The reusable Arc spacecraft maneuvers through Earth’s atmosphere using parachutes for safe landing. (Inversion Space)

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Kurt’s important takeaways

Inversion Space’s Arc is more than a spacecraft; A bold attempt to turn orbit into a delivery zone. Reusable systems could reshape how we think about time, distance and reach, with a focus on hypersonic capability and safety.

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