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Rocket Report: A rare Falcon 9 scrub; is it just about Vulcan's time to shine?

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Briefings

United Launch Alliance's Vulcan rocket is approaching a potential major breakthrough in launch cadence, with a no-earlier-than-launch date confirmed for its October 29 return-to-flight mission. Concurrently, the Nuri rocket achieved a success by deploying five satellites for a domestic microsatellite constellation, though one secondary payload failed to separate. These events highlight the ongoing operational progress of major launch vehicles, with the Vulcan's upcoming schedule serving as a key indicator for future launch frequency.

Key points

• United Launch Alliance's Vulcan rocket has a confirmed no-earlier-than-launch date for its October 29 return-to-flight mission, positioning it for a potential major breakthrough in launch cadence next year.
• The Nuri rocket successfully deployed five satellites for a domestic microsatellite constellation, with nine of ten secondary payloads released as planned, despite one secondary payload failing to separate.

Context and limitations

This report covers only the Vulcan and Nuri rocket missions; other launch vehicles and events are not included. Data reflects the October 9, 2026 snapshot, and future launch schedules remain unconfirmed.

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