First orbital rocket launched from Europe crashes after launch

theguardian.com

17 pointschha3 comments

The goal for this flight was not to reach orbit, and they said that 30 seconds would be a perfect launch. They managed 20 seconds and say they look at it as a successful first launch.

Now I’m looking forward to watching the next test.

Cool drone footage that shows the site and explosion - https://x.com/NASASpaceflight/status/1906340191083581704

It misses the pad, surprised it wasn't scuttled in the air.

I feel like the FTS shouldve triggered, but its possible it was too low, and wouldve cause significant shrapnel risk.

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