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Longshot
Alameda, US · Founded 2020 · 11 known investors
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Longshot is developing reusable ground-based acceleration infrastructure that shifts more launch energy and systems onto the ground using compressed-light gas acceleration, aiming to lower the cost of hypersonic testing and space access. It serves defense and aerospace teams that need faster, more affordable high-speed system testing and a long-term pathway for delivering non-human cargo to Low Earth Orbit.
Founders & leadership
Longshot was founded in 2020 by Mike Grace.
Investors · 11
How we know: Actuate Ventures's portfolio page · Not right? Tell us
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Founder mafia
2 people who came through Longshot went on to found or lead other companies.
Related companies · 5
Companies working in the same space as Longshot.
Non-dilutive funding · 3 SBIR/STTR awards
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Air ForceAir Force | Phase I | 2023 | $75K |
| U.S. Air ForceAir Force | Phase I | 2023 | $75K |
| U.S. Air ForceAir Force | Phase II | 2021 | $750K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Longshot do?
- Longshot is developing reusable ground-based acceleration infrastructure that shifts more launch energy and systems onto the ground using compressed-light gas acceleration, aiming to lower the cost of hypersonic testing and space access. It serves defense and aerospace teams that need faster, more affordable high-speed system testing and a long-term pathway for delivering non-human cargo to Low Earth Orbit.
- Who founded Longshot?
- Longshot was founded by Mike Grace in 2020.
- Who are Longshot's investors?
- Longshot's investors include Actuate Ventures, Aurelia Foundry, Draper Associates, Gaingels, Myelin VC, Rolling Fun GP, SHOR, South Park Commons and 3 more.
- Where is Longshot headquartered?
- Longshot is headquartered in Alameda, US.