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Rocket Report: Era of cheap launch is over? Astra sets early 2027 target for return

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Briefings

The Rocket Report notes that SpaceX's planned wind-down of Falcon 9 commercial launches may occur within the next two to three years, creating industry pressure. Simultaneously, French startup HyPrSpace has delayed the inaugural flight of its Baguette One suborbital rocket to 2027, aiming for a 10-meter vehicle with up to 300 kg payload capacity using hybrid propulsion. The report highlights these shifts as key factors in the evolving global launch landscape.

Key points

• SpaceX plans to wind down Falcon 9 commercial operations within the next two to three years, prompting a scramble among satellite operators and emerging launch providers.
• HyPrSpace has pushed the inaugural flight of its Baguette One suborbital rocket to 2027, targeting a 10-meter vehicle capable of carrying up to 300 kg using hybrid propulsion.

Context and limitations

Coverage is limited to the specific launch industry news regarding SpaceX's operational plans and HyPrSpace's delayed flight timeline as reported in the newsletter.

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