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Japan's H-2A Rocket Launches Final Mission, Eyes H3 Future

6/29/2025

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Japan celebrated a significant milestone on June 28, 2025, with the successful launch of its final H-2A rocket, carrying the GOSAT-GW satellite to combat climate change. This historic flight marked the 50th mission of the H-2A, boasting an impressive 98% success rate since its debut in 2001. The future now looks to the more economical H3 rocket for upcoming endeavors.

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Japan celebrated a significant milestone on June 28, 2025, with the successful launch of its final H-2A rocket, carrying the GOSAT-GW satellite to combat climate change. This historic flight marked the 50th mission of the H-2A, boasting an impressive 98% success rate since its debut in 2001. The future now looks to the more economical H3 rocket for upcoming endeavors.