UK's First Vertical Launch Spaceport Licensed for Operations in Shetland
The SaxaVord Spaceport in Shetland has officially received the UK's first-ever licence for vertical rocket launches from the Civil Aviation Authority. This historic approval allows the site to conduct up to 30 launches annually. The licence was granted after regulators completed an extensive one-year assessment of the spaceport's safety, security, and environmental impact. With this key milestone achieved, the first launches from UK soil, potentially by client Rocket Factory Augsburg, are anticipated to begin in 2024. This development marks a significant step forward in the UK's ambition to become a leading nation in the commercial space launch market.
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