Two Earth-imagery satellites developed by aerospace giant Airbus were lost after the rocket they were on failed shortly after liftoff
Two Earth-imagery satellites developed by aerospace company Airbus SE were lost after the rocket they were on failed shortly after liftoff Tuesday night.
, said Wednesday that an engine on part of the vehicle had experienced a drop in pressure. That prompted officials overseeing safety for the flight to send a command to destroy the vehicle, in keeping with standard operating procedures.
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