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H-IIA Flight 6
A booster that refused to let go.
Mission Overview
A Solid Rocket Booster (SRB) failed to separate from the main core. The extra weight prevented the rocket from reaching orbit, and it had to be destroyed by ground control.
Learning from History
"JAXA spent two years redesigning the separation bolts, which eventually led to a streak of 40+ successful launches."
Mission Specs
| Year | 2003 |
|---|---|
| Country | Japan |
| Type | Commercial / Test |
| Destination | Low Earth Orbit |
| Status | Failed |
| Rocket | LE-7A |