Rocket Lab's Electron Soars to Success with Flawless Return to Flight
After Electron was grounded after an anamoly during the second stage burn in September, the FAA granted authorization to resume launches on October 26th. At 11:05pm EST, Electron lifted off from the Mahia Peninsula in New Zealand from Pad B, carrying the QPS-SAR-5 satellite for iQPS. Following a successful liftoff, the satellite was placed into a perfect transfer orbit, as confirmed by CEO of Rocket Lab, Peter Beck. After a breif coast period, their Kick Stage ignite its Curie engine to circula
Ryan BaleDec 15, 20231 min 
