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As Japan commits ¥1 trillion to its space program, the simultaneous failure of its next-gen H3 rocket puts the nation's ambitious strategy at a critical crossroads.
Japan's H3 rocket failed to deliver the Michibiki No. 5 geolocation satellite into orbit on Monday after a second-stage engine failure. The setback deals a blow to JAXA's plan for a sovereign navigation system to enhance GPS.
Japan's next-generation H3 rocket failed 30 minutes after its December 22 launch, following a second-stage engine malfunction. The setback impacts Japan's commercial space launch ambitions.
Japan's seventh attempt to launch its next-generation H3 rocket has failed. JAXA reported a 'premature end of engine burn' in the second stage, leading to the mission's failure. The incident is a significant setback for Japan's space program.
Japan's JAXA saw a successful engine test for its RV-X reusable rocket on Dec 20, but its flagship H3 rocket faced two launch scrubs on Dec 17 and 20, highlighting ongoing operational challenges.