It was a long journey that began as Rockeet Lab prepared for a launch in record breaking time for an unknown client. The launch contract was signed less than two months before launch, and the rush to the finish succeeded, but then there was a ‘hurry up and wait’ after meeting the schedule.
Today, November 5th, Rocket Lab successfully launched a yet to be identified satellite to SSO for an undisclosed customer from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand, which has been the site for 49 rocket launches.
The customer is thought to be Low Earth Orbit communication satellite constellation operator E-Space.
Electron’s 54th mission, ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’, was a dedicated mission to low Earth orbit for a confidential commercial customer that launched from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 on November 5th, 2024. The mission was Rocket Lab’s 12th launch of 2024, increasing the record number of Electron launches achieved annually since orbital launch services began in 2018.
Rocket Lab’s rapid call-up launch capability, its standardized and rapid production of Electron launch vehicles that ensures a rocket can be assigned a payload for on-demand launch within days, responsive launch sites, and its experienced team behind the second most frequently launched U.S. orbital rocket, were key enablers for this mission.
Rocket Lab changes ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’ launch to Tuesday
Looks like Tuesday, November 5, at 02:30 AM (UTC-8), 2:30 AM PST Rocket Lab will be launching ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’.
Launch of a yet to identified satellite to SSO for an undisclosed customer. The customer is suspected to be Low Earth Orbit communication satellite constellation operator E-Space.
Launch contract was signed less than 2 months before launch.
Weather forecast indicates 66°Hi, cloud cover 24%, Probability of Precipitation 3%, Wind ENE 7 mph.
Rocket Lab Electron is a two-stage orbital expendable launch vehicle (with an optional third stage) developed by the American aerospace company Rocket Lab. Electron is a small-lift launch vehicle designed to launch small satellites and cubesats to sun-synchronous orbit and low earth orbit. The Electron is the first orbital class rocket to use electric-pump-fed engines, powered by the 9 Rutherford engines on the first stage. It is also used as a suborbital testbed (called HASTE) for hypersonics research.
Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1B has witnessed the launch of 22 rockets, including 22 orbital launch attempts, while Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand, has been the site for 49 rocket launches.
Rocket Lab holds steady now on Monday launch of ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’ for unknown client
Go for Launch! Fingers crossed, it finally appears that Rocket Lab will be launching ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’ on Monday, November 4th, at 2:30 AM PST from Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. The launch total cost is $6 million.
Electron’s 54th mission is ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’, a dedicated mission to low Earth orbit for a confidential commercial customer. The mission will launch from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 and will be Rocket Lab’s 12th launch of 2024, increasing the record number of Electron launches achieved annually since orbital launch services began in 2018
Rocket Lab’s rapid call-up launch capability, its standardized and rapid production of Electron launch vehicles that ensures a rocket can be assigned a payload for on-demand launch within days, responsive launch sites, and its experienced team behind the second most frequently launched U.S. orbital rocket, are key enablers for this mission.
Rocket Lab’s new launch date for ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’ for unknown client
Finally it appears that Rocket Lab will be launching ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’ on Monday, November 4th, at 2:30 AM PST from Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. The launch cost is $6 million.
Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1B has witnessed the launch of 22 rockets, including 22 orbital launch attempts, while Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand, has been the site for 49 rocket launches.
Electron’s 54th mission is ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’, a dedicated mission to low Earth orbit for a confidential commercial customer. The mission will launch from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 and will be Rocket Lab’s 12th launch of 2024, increasing the record number of Electron launches achieved annually since orbital launch services began in 2018. The expedited mission will also be Rocket Lab’s fastest turnaround to date: from signed contract to launch date in less than two months.
Rocket Lab’s rapid call-up launch capability, its standardized and rapid production of Electron launch vehicles that ensures a rocket can be assigned a payload for on-demand launch within days, responsive launch sites, and its experienced team behind the second most frequently launched U.S. orbital rocket, are key enablers for this mission.
Rocket Lab’s ‘fastest turn around in two months’ is now on unknown launch date of unknown client
Rocket Lab is now on hold from the original plans at Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. This launch is the fastest turn around in two months time for a launch between an unnamed customer’s purchase agreement and flight to date. The launch cost is $6,000,000. New launch date to be announced.
Rocket Lab ready on Saturday for ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’ launch for unnamed customer
Rocket Lab is set to launch this Saturday, October 19th, at 3:30 AM PDT from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand. This launch is the fastest turn around in two months time for a launch between an unnamed customer’s purchase agreement and flight to date. The launch cost is $6,000,000.
Rocket Lab Founder and CEO, Sir Peter Beck said, “Electron delivers what other rockets and rideshare programs can’t: a dedicated and responsive launch service that is tailored to each customer’s specific needs, allowing them to launch to precisely where they want and when they want on incredibly short notice.”
“This quick turnaround from contract to launch is not only a showcase of Electron’s capability, but also of the relentless and fast-paced execution by the experienced team behind it that continues to deliver trusted and reliable access to space for our customers.”
Electron’s 54th mission is ‘Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes’, a dedicated mission to low Earth orbit for a confidential commercial customer. The mission will launch from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 and will be Rocket Lab’s 12th launch of 2024, increasing the record number of Electron launches achieved annually since orbital launch services began in 2018. The expedited mission will also be Rocket Lab’s fastest turnaround to date: from signed contract to launch date in less than two months.
Rocket Lab’s rapid call-up launch capability, its standardized and rapid production of Electron launch vehicles that ensures a rocket can be assigned a payload for on-demand launch within days, responsive launch sites, and its experienced team behind the second most frequently launched U.S. orbital rocket, are key enablers for this mission.
Rocket Lab adds new mission to 2024 launch manifest + schedules launch in coming days
Rocket Lab Electron rocket. Photo courtesy of the company.
Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) has added a last-minute Electron launch to its launch manifest for a commercial mission that is scheduled to launch in just three days’ time.
The mission, called ‘Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes’, will launch to space from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 during a launch window that opens October 19th for a confidential commercial customer. The expedited mission will be Rocket Lab’s fastest turnaround to date: from signed contract to launch date in less than two months.
Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, photo courtesy of Rocket Lab.
Rocket Lab’s rapid call-up launch capability, its standardized and rapid production of Electron launch vehicles that ensures a rocket can be assigned a payload for on-demand launch within days, responsive launch sites, and its experienced team behind the second most frequently launched U.S. orbital rocket, are key enablers for this mission.
The mission will be Rocket Lab’s 12th launch of 2024, increasing the Company’s record number of Electron launches achieved annually since orbital launch services began in 2018. Rocket Lab has achieved a 100% increase in its Electron launch rate for the first half of this year compared with the same time in 2023, doubling its rocket production and launch cadence within a year. This increased launch and production rate bolsters Electron’s significance as a proven, sought-after capability for commercial satellite customers globally.
Rocket Lab Founder and CEO, Sir Peter Beck, said, “Electron delivers what other rockets and rideshare programs can’t: a dedicated and responsive launch service that is tailored to each customer’s specific needs, allowing them to launch to precisely where they want and when they want on incredibly short notice. This quick turnaround from contract to launch is not only a showcase of Electron’s capability, but also of the relentless and fast-paced execution by the experienced team behind it that continues to deliver trusted and reliable access to space for our customers.”
The launch will broadcast live at www.rocketlabusa.com/live-stream.
