How to Watch Rocket Lab’s Next Launch as It Seeks to Recover From a Scary Setback
Dec 14, 2023 - gizmodo.com
Rocket Lab is set to launch a new Electron mission on December 14, marking the rocket's return following an in-flight anomaly in September that resulted in mission failure. The launch will take place from Rocket Lab’s Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand, and will carry the TSUKUYOMI-I satellite for Q-shu Pioneers of Space, a Japan-based Earth imaging company.
This will be Electron’s 10th launch for 2023 and the 42nd overall. Despite two previous failures to reach orbit, Electron had a streak of 20 consecutive successful launches before the September anomaly. Rocket Lab has been working on Electron’s reusability, aiming to compete more closely with industry rival SpaceX.
Key takeaways:
Rocket Lab is set to launch a new Electron mission on December 14, marking the rocket's comeback after an in-flight anomaly in September.
The mission will carry the TSUKUYOMI-I satellite for Q-shu Pioneers of Space, a Japan-based Earth imaging company.
This will be Electron’s 10th launch for 2023, and 42nd launch overall.
Rocket Lab has been experimenting with Electron’s reusability, aiming to compete with industry rival SpaceX.
