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As of Aug 2026, DEPLOY verifies Phantom Space: 1 model, $50.0M raised. 1 source back the record.
CategorySpace
Appears inLogistics robots
Overview
Tucson-based launch vehicle and satellite systems company building the Daytona rocket, a two-stage 500-kg launcher using Ursa Major Hadley engines. Founded in 2019 by former SpaceX VP Jim Cantrell and Michael D'Angelo. Raised USD 37M total. Has a USD 79M commercial launch backlog and a NASA launch services task order worth up to USD 300M. Planning first Daytona launch from Vandenberg.
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Key facts
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Data & sources
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Models (1)
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Current leadership (1)
- Jim Cantrell CEO & Foundersecondary-verified
Safety record
No incidents on record for Phantom Space.
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Recent coverage
Phantom Space in third-party press
Funding rounds (1)
- Other2024-03-01
Recent activity
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- Record createdAug 8, 2026
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Sources (1)
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Methodology: Verified · 1 source (no primary) · last reviewed 2026-08-08
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Review state
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Last reviewed 2026-08-08
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Methodology surface for Phantom Space.In the press
Recent coverage mentioning Phantom Space from third-party publications. Automatically surfaced; not part of the verified registry record.
Phantom Space Acquires IP From Defunct Vector Launch
Phantom Space acquired intellectual property from defunct Vector Launch, marking a rebuy for founder Jim Cantrell who originally founded Vector in 2016.
Phantom Raises a Bridge Round
Phantom Space raised a bridge round led by Balerion Space Ventures, bringing total fundraising to USD 37M. The company has a USD 79M launch backlog and NASA task order worth up to…
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