Overview
- The Spectrum rocket, developed by German start-up Isar Aerospace, launched from Norway's Andøya Space Center on March 30, 2025, marking Europe's first private orbital launch attempt.
- The two-stage rocket, designed to carry up to one ton of payload, crashed 30 seconds after liftoff, oscillating and flipping before exploding.
- No injuries or significant damage were reported, with the launch site remaining intact, according to local authorities.
- Isar Aerospace described the test flight as a success in terms of data collection and system validation, including the flight interruption system.
- The company plans to continue developing the Spectrum rocket series, with subsequent launches already in production as part of its effort to establish a competitive European space industry.