Korea Sets Nuri Launch For Oct. 7
South Korea’s homegrown space launch vehicle Nuri will make its fifth flight on Oct. 7, carrying 15 satellites, the largest number ever for the rocket. The Korea AeroSpace Administration held the first Launch Management Committee meeting in Sacheon, South Gyeongsang Province, on Aug. 27 and confirme
South Korea plans to launch its homegrown Nuri space vehicle on October 7, marking its fifth flight and carrying 15 satellites, the largest number ever for the rocket. This mission, scheduled for between 12:23 p.m. and 1:23 p.m., is poised to be a turning point in advancing the country's space transportation capabilities. The launch, which includes the first deployment of a satellite constellation, will involve a mix of ultralight constellation satellites and CubeSats, developed by various industry, academic, and research institutions.
The Korea Aerospace Administration has confirmed favorable weather and space conditions, but has also designated October 8-14 as a backup launch period to account for potential unexpected variables.
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