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Rocket Launch Delayed After Explosion

Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) has announced a delay in its maiden flight for its RFA ONE rocket after an explosion during a static-fire test in August 2024.

The incident, which occurred at SaxaVord Spaceport in Scotland, resulted in the destruction of the rocket's first stage.

RFA attributed the explosion to a fire in the oxygen pump of one of the rocket's engines, which spread to other engines and ultimately caused a catastrophic failure.

The company plans to rebuild the rocket's first stage with significant improvements to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Original: SpaceNews.com

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