KAGOSIMANovember 05 (News about Japan) – The next-generation flagship rocket, the H3, launched from Tanegashima on October 4, successfully placing a satellite into orbit as planned. This is the third successful launch in a row.
The launch of the fourth H3 Rocket vehicle had been postponed four times due to parts replacement and unfavorable weather.
During the afternoon launch on October 4, the rocket successfully placed the onboard X-band defense communications satellite, ‘Kirameki-3’, into the designated orbit.
While the first flight of the H3 rocket failed, this successful launch now brings the record to three consecutive victories.
The Kirameki-3, equipped with the fourth vehicle and deployed by the Ministry of Defense, will play a crucial role in the operations of the Self-Defense Forces, supporting command communications, operational information sharing and other crucial communications for force management.
The H3 rocket is expected to replace the H2A, which will make its final launch later this fiscal year, and is expected to become Japan’s main large-scale rocket.
Source: ANN
