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Isar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket lifts off in first mainland European orbital attempt

Isar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket lifted off from Andoya, Norway on 30 March 2025, the first orbital launch attempt by a European commercial firm from mainland Europe. Flight ended in a controlled sea impact at 30 seconds; Isar called it a validated milestone.

Verified AI-drafted Isar Aerospace press release, 30 March 2025

What it does not test. It does not establish that Spectrum reached orbit or that the vehicle is yet operationally reliable.

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