Japan Space Company Postpones 2nd Attempt at Orbit Due to Wind

World12/15/2024
Japan Space Company Postpones 2nd Attempt at Orbit Due to Wind
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In a setback for Japan's private space industry, Space One has postponed its second attempt to launch a satellite into orbit due to strong wind speeds. The company, aiming to become Japan's first private firm to achieve this feat, had initially planned to launch the satellite on December 14. However, the strong winds in the launch site forced the company to postpone the attempt. This is not the first time Space One has faced challenges in its pursuit of launching a satellite into orbit. The company had previously attempted to launch a satellite in November but was unsuccessful. Despite the setback, Space One remains committed to its goal and is expected to make another attempt in the near future. The Japanese space industry is growing rapidly, with several private companies vying to become the first to launch a satellite into orbit. Space One's efforts are being closely watched by the industry, and the company's success will have significant implications for Japan's space program.


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FactThe NationDawn
Location of Space OneWakayama, JapanTokyo, Japan
companySpace OneSpace One
goalbecome Japan's first private firm to put a satellite into orbitbecome Japan's first private firm to put a satellite into orbit
reasonstrong wind speedsstrong wind speeds

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