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Rocket Lab's 20th Launch Delivers U.S. Space Force Satellites

12/18/2025

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Rocket Lab Launches Satellites

Rocket Lab launched its Electron rocket on December 18, 2025, from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport in Virginia.
The mission, named "Don't Be Such A Square," deployed four DiskSat spacecraft for the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command.
It marked Rocket Lab's 20th launch of the year and occurred five months ahead of schedule.
The DiskSats were developed by The Aerospace Corporation and aim to enhance satellite maneuverability and operational flexibility.

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Rocket Lab Launches RAISE

Rocket Lab launched its first dedicated mission for the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) on December 14, 2025.
The "RAISE And Shine" mission deployed the RApid Innovative payload demonstration Satellite-4 (RAISE-4), which includes eight technology demonstration payloads.
This launch is part of JAXA's Innovative Satellite Technology Demonstration Program and took place from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility.
Rocket Lab plans another dedicated mission for JAXA in early 2026 and is preparing a launch for the European Space Agency.
Following the successful launch, Rocket Lab's stock increased by 2.5%.

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Rocket Lab Launches Satellites

Rocket Lab launched its Electron rocket on December 18, 2025, from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport in Virginia.
The mission, named "Don't Be Such A Square," deployed four DiskSat spacecraft for the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command.
It marked Rocket Lab's 20th launch of the year and occurred five months ahead of schedule.
The DiskSats were developed by The Aerospace Corporation and aim to enhance satellite maneuverability and operational flexibility.

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