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So far, there have been 244 rocket launches to successfully reach orbit this year, a record for annual launch activity. Time is running out for Blue Origin to launch its first heavy-lift New Glenn rocket this year, but if it flies before January 1, it will certainly be one of the top space stories of 2024.
Japan's Space One has faced challenges with the launch of its Kairos rocket, with both attempts resulting in the rocket destroying itself shortly after liftoff. The company believes an abnormality in the first stage engine nozzle or its control system caused the unstable flight of the rocket.
ArianeGroup has completed a 'full-fit check' for the Themis reusable booster demonstrator, paving the way for its inaugural test in 2025. The program has faced delays, with its schedule initially projecting low-altitude hop tests in 2022.
French startup HyPrSpace has completed preliminary design reviews for its Baguette One and Orbital Baguette One (OB-1) rockets and is now moving on to the critical design phase. The OB-1 rocket is designed to deliver a payload of up to 550 pounds to low-Earth orbit.
Raytheon and Ursa Major Technologies have successfully tested a missile propelled by a new solid rocket motor. The details of the missile remain confidential, but the successful test flights signify a promising partnership between the two companies.
This year has been a record-breaking one for rocket launches, with 244 successful attempts to reach orbit. As we head into 2025, the pace of innovation in rocket technology shows no signs of slowing down.
