Robust Astra Rocket Falls Short In Third Orbital Launch Try

Astra launch.
Credit: Astra Space
Fledging small satellite launch provider Astra Space once again failed to reach orbit, but the booster managed 2 1/2 min. of flight time despite losing an engine less than 1 sec. after liftoff from Alaska’s Kodiak Island. The booster’s five kerosene-fueled Delphin engines ignited on Aug. 28 at 6:35...

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