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JAXA's seventh H3 launch failed when the payload fairing detached about four minutes after liftoff, leaving the Michibiki 5 navigation satellite to fall back into the Pacific; investigators are probing the cause, and the anomaly could delay future H3 missions and planned payloads like MMX and HTV-X.
Japan’s eighth H3 rocket failed after its payload fairing separated, causing the roughly 5-ton Michibiki 5 navigation satellite to be lost in Pacific debris; telemetry hints at a LH2 tank pressure drop and possible damage to the satellite mounting, with investigators considering a fairing–satellite impact or residual stress as potential causes. The second stage briefly placed the vehicle in a low-altitude orbit before reentry hours later, and Japan’s MMX mission launch remains awaiting a full investigation before proceeding.
Japan's H3 rocket failed to deploy the QZS-5 navigation satellite into the correct orbit due to a second stage engine failure caused by an abnormal shutdown of the LE-5B-3 engine, marking the second such failure since the rocket's debut in March 2023.
Japan's H3 rocket experienced a second-stage failure during its seventh launch, resulting in the loss of the QZS-5 navigation satellite. The issue involved premature shutdown of the second stage engine, disrupting the planned orbit and leading to the satellite's likely reentry. This marks the second failure for the H3 rocket and impacts Japan's upcoming space missions, including a Mars moon exploration and an asteroid mission.
Japan's new flagship H3 rocket failed to deliver its Michibiki 5 navigation satellite into orbit during a launch from Tanegashima, marking the second failure for the rocket and delaying Japan's plans to develop an independent geolocation system, amid ongoing investigations into the cause.
Japan successfully launched its new H3 rocket carrying the HTV-X1 cargo spacecraft to the ISS, marking a significant milestone in Japan's space capabilities and the debut of the rocket's most powerful version, which can carry larger payloads and operate more efficiently for supply missions.
Japan's H3 rocket successfully launched the Kirameki 3 military communications satellite from Tanegashima Space Center, marking its fourth flight. The satellite, also known as DSN-3, will be used for military communications by the Japanese military and is positioned in geostationary orbit. This launch follows the H3's initial failed attempt and subsequent successful missions, solidifying its role as Japan's new medium-lift workhorse rocket.
Japan's new H3 rocket successfully completed its second test flight, marking a significant milestone for the country's space program. The rocket, which is set to power most of Japan's space missions in the coming decade, demonstrated its capabilities by deploying a dummy payload and two smaller satellites into orbit. While Japan aims for the H3 to compete in the global commercial launch market, it faces tough competition from established players like SpaceX. Nonetheless, the H3 is crucial for Japan's space program, offering improved cost-effectiveness and capabilities compared to its predecessor, the H-IIA rocket.
Japan's flagship H3 rocket successfully reached orbit and released two small observation satellites in its second test following a failed debut launch last year, marking a significant achievement for the country's space program. The launch is a crucial step in Japan's efforts to secure independent access to space and be competitive in the global satellite launch market. The successful mission comes after a recent streak of space successes for Japan, including a historic precision moon landing.
Japan's H3 rocket successfully reached orbit and released two small observation satellites in a crucial test following a failed debut last year, marking a significant achievement for the country's space program. The launch, which was closely watched as a test for Japan's space development, is a boost for the country's space ambitions after recent successes, including a historic precision moon landing. The H3 rocket's main missions are to secure independent access to space and be competitive in the global satellite launch market, with hopes to achieve better price competitiveness after about a dozen more launches.
Japan successfully launches its second test model of the H3 rocket, a year after the inaugural flight failed. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Jaxa) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries have designed the H3 to replace the H-IIA, aiming for lower costs and greater payload capacity. The successful liftoff is a boost to Japan's space program, with plans to launch about 20 satellites and probes by 2030, including lunar exploration missions and cargo spacecraft for the US-led Artemis program. The H3's launch aims to compete with affordable commercial vehicles like SpaceX's Falcon 9, as other new rockets are being tested this year.
Japan's H3 rocket successfully reached orbit on its second launch, nearly a year after its inaugural launch failed due to an engine ignition issue. The rocket, launched by JAXA, deployed multiple payloads, including an imaging satellite and a mass simulator, demonstrating its ability to perform controlled reentry. The H3 rocket is crucial to Japan's future space missions, including launching cargo to the International Space Station, and is designed to operate at lower costs than its predecessor, the H-2A.
Japan's H3 rocket successfully reached orbit on its second attempt, deploying a mass simulator and two small satellites to a Sun-synchronous orbit. The launch marks a significant milestone for the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) as they aim to replace the retiring H-IIA and H-IIB vehicles. The successful mission follows an investigation into the failure of the rocket's maiden flight and the implementation of changes to prevent similar issues. This paves the way for H3 to carry operational payloads, including resource-monitoring, military communications, and navigation satellites, as well as missions to the International Space Station, Moon, and Mars.
Japan's Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is preparing for the second launch of the H3 rocket after its failed debut in March 2023. The rocket, set to launch on February 14, aims to redeem the previous failure, which resulted in the loss of a $200 million satellite. The H3 rocket, in development for 11 years, is crucial for Japan's space program and its international collaborations, with potential implications for scientific missions and commercial satellite launch contracts. The upcoming launch will carry a dummy payload and two small satellites, with hopes for a successful mission to restore confidence in Japan's space industry.
Japan's space agency, JAXA, is collaborating with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to study the development of a reusable rocket as a replacement for the H3 rocket. The H3 rocket, which debuted in March, suffered a failure during its first flight. The new rocket, expected to start flying in the 2030s, aims to reduce launch costs and improve transportation capacity by reusing parts. The design and fuel for the rocket have not been finalized yet. Japan's move towards a reusable rocket follows the success of SpaceX's reusable rockets and is part of the country's updated space policy plan.