RFA One Launch from Scotland's SaxaVord Spaceport Moves to 2027
Rocket Factory Augsburg's RFA One launch from SaxaVord is now expected in 2027.
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Rocket Factory Augsburg’s RFA One launch from SaxaVord, a spaceport in Scotland, has moved to 2027. RFA One underwent tests on the launch pad and was later removed from its stacked configuration.
Key details
- SaxaVord is intended to support orbital and suborbital missions by several companies.
- RFA One underwent launch-pad testing at SaxaVord before it was de-stacked.
RFA One underwent pad tests at SaxaVord before the rocket was removed from its stacked configuration.
Why it matters
SaxaVord is being developed to serve more than one launch company, with plans for both orbital and suborbital missions. RFA One’s pad testing places the vehicle at the site before its planned launch.
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