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First orbital rocket launched from Europe crashes after launch
- Max-q 2y agoThe 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.
- aaron695 2y agoCool drone footage that shows the site and explosion - https://x.com/NASASpaceflight/status/1906340191083581704 https://x.com/NASASpaceflight/status/1906340191083581704 It misses the pad, surprised it wasn't scuttled in the air.
- CableNinja 2y agoI feel like the FTS shouldve triggered, but its possible it was too low, and wouldve cause significant shrapnel risk.