New Vega for Deep Space

Italy’s Avio is urging that Europe develop a derivative of the Vega light launch vehicle that could provide a cheaper alternative for exploration missions beyond low Earth orbit. The rocket, which would feature a new upper stage equipped with Hall-effect electric thrusters, instead of the present...

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