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Taiwan has failed the first tests of its own launch vehicle designed to place satellites into orbit, - Focus Taiwan

Taiwan has failed the first tests of its own launch vehicle designed to place satellites into orbit, – Focus Taiwan

22.08.2026 19:45

Following its launch from the Jiu-Peng test site, the rocket immediately deviated from its intended trajectory, prompting operators to activate the self-destruct mechanism.

The results of the failed test will be used to further refine the rocket.

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