Space One KAIROS

[9][10][11] The launch eventually took place on 13 March 2024, but the vehicle exploded five seconds after liftoff.

[12] The remains of the rocket and payload fell close to the launch pad, but no substantial damage was found.

[13] Space One announced several hours later that the autonomous flight termination system could have activated and ended the mission.

[14] On 25 August 2024, the company's director confirmed that a destruct command was issued on the rocket.

[15] The second flight took place on 18 December 2024, which was cancelled because of failed rocket shortly after launch.

IHI Aerospace Tomioka Plant ( Geospatial Information Authority of Japan )