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Rocket Lab aims for rapid launch capability at new Virginia complex, with a Friday first

"Those of us who follow the space industry closely understand the autonomous flight termination is a key component of the range of the future. In fact, for DoD missions, autonomous flight termination is a mandate by 2025," said NASA's David Pierce.

By Theresa Hitchens

Space

HawkEye 360’s next 3 satellites to fly on Rocket Lab’s inaugural Virginia launch

Rather than going into a polar orbit, the Cluster 6 birds will be stationed in an inclined orbit over the middle of the globe, explained HawkEye 360's Chief Operating Office Rob Rainhart in an interview with Breaking Defense.

By Theresa Hitchens