Commercial rocket seeking to be Japan's first to boost satellite into orbit is blown up right after liftoff
Kairos rocket explodes during satellite launch attempt in Japan.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
A commercial rocket, the Kairos rocket, intended to launch a satellite into orbit in central Japan, exploded shortly after liftoff. No injuries were reported, and the fire was controlled. The rocket was part of Japan’s Space One project aiming to enhance the country’s role in space exploration. The cause of the explosion is under investigation. Space One remains positive and ready for future endeavors in space travel despite the setback.