Breaking: Alpha launch of Lockheed technology demonstration satellite fails

04/29/2025 BREAKING NEWS Alpha launch of Lockheed tech demo satellite fails A Firefly Alpha rocket malfunctioned during an April 29 launch, preventing a Lockheed Martin technology demonstration satellite on board from reaching orbit. In a statement four and a half hours after launch, Firefly confirmed that the upper stage and its payload failed to reach orbit because of a stage separation issue. "The rocket then experienced a mishap between stage separation and second stage ignition that led to the loss of the Lightning engine nozzle extension, substantially reducing the engine's thrust," the company stated. - Jeff Foust Read now You received this email because you signed up on SpaceNews to receive our emails To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe below.

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