Vega-C Launch Delayed; Sentinel-1 Enhances Earth Monitoring
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The Vega C rocket's return to flight has been delayed by a day due to precautionary checks, with a new launch date for the Sentinel-1C satellite expected soon. Arianespace and Avio executives assured that the delay is minor and expressed confidence in the redesigned Zefiro-40 motor, following a previous launch failure. The launch is crucial for Europe's independent access to space and the Copernicus Earth observation program, as Sentinel-1C will replace the malfunctioned Sentinel-1B satellite.
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