Firefly Aerospace Corrects Software Glitch After Mishap

The software error that led to a Lockheed Martin satellite being placed in the wrong orbit has been identified and corrected by Firefly Aerospace.

A software glitch in the Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) algorithm caused a Lockheed Martin satellite to enter the wrong orbit after a December launch.
Despite the mishap, Lockheed Martin's technology demonstration satellite completed its primary mission objectives in a shortened timeline.
Firefly Aerospace has implemented corrective actions and process changes to prevent similar issues in future launches.
The Alpha rocket, responsible for the error, is expected to be ready for its next launch in the coming months.
This incident marks the fourth orbital mission for Firefly's Alpha rocket, with previous launches experiencing mixed success.