Arianespace – Space Scout

Nik Alexander July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 0 Comments Ariane, Ariane 6, Arianespace, ESA

Ariane 6 Conducts Inaugural Flight

On July 9, 2024 at 3:00 PM EST, the inaugural launch of Ariane 6 took place, carrying with it the promise of renewed access to space for Europe.

ESA French Guiana International News and Updates Policy

Nik Alexander November 27, 2023December 5, 2023 0 Comments Ariane 6, ArianeGroup, Arianespace, Commercial, ESA

Ariane 6 Conducts Hotfire at Kourou

After repeated delays, the European Ariane 6 rocket has completed a crucial hotfire test of its Vulcain 2.1 engine, one of the final key steps in preparing the vehicle for its maiden launch in the coming year.

French Guiana International News and Updates

Seb O November 18, 2020November 18, 2020 0 Comments Arianespace, ESA, Faliure, Kourou, Vega, VV17

Vega rocket fails to reach orbit, losing two payloads

NOV. 18, 2020-On Monday night, Vega mission VV17 lifted off on an ill-fated flight – losing two payloads and marking the second failure in just three launches for the troubled European smallsat launcher.