Ariane 6 Rocket Successfully Completes Full Dress Rehearsal

The European Space Agency moves closer to resecuring Europe's autonomous access to space, despite previous setbacks.

The European Space Agency's Ariane 6 rocket has successfully completed a full dress rehearsal, simulating a complete launch sequence.
The rehearsal involved igniting the rocket engine while securely mounted to a test stand, producing actual combustion and exhaust.
Despite previous delays and setbacks, the successful test puts Europe back on track towards resecuring autonomous access to space.
Until Ariane 6 is operational, the EU is forced to contract the work to SpaceX for launching large satellites into orbit.
Additional tests, including a test of the upper stage, are still needed before the rocket is ready for launch.