Europe's Ariane 6 Rocket Successfully Fires Engines in Timelapse Rehearsal
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The European Space Agency's Ariane 6 rocket, set to replace the Ariane 5, passed a major milestone with a successful wet dress rehearsal and a 7-minute firing of its main engine. A timelapse video released by ESA showcases the test, condensing the rocket rollout and hot fire. The Ariane 6 is expected to have its first launch in 2024, following a hot-fire test of its second stage in December.
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