Firefly Aerospace prepares Alpha rocket for 1st launch since explosive mishaps last year

Firefly Aerospace prepares Alpha rocket for 1st launch since explosive mishaps last year

Firefly Aerospace is gearing up for the seventh liftoff of its Alpha rocket on Feb. 27, after two explosive events in 2025 stalled development of the launch vehicle.

Firefly Aerospace Prepares for Alpha Rocket’s Return to Flight After Setbacks

Firefly Aerospace, the Texas-based space company, is gearing up for a highly anticipated launch of its Alpha rocket. After a long 10-month hiatus caused by significant mishaps during previous tests, Firefly is targeting February 27 for the “Stairway to Seven” mission. This mission marks an essential milestone for the company, as it seeks to recover from its previous setbacks and demonstrate the capabilities of its rocket, Alpha, once again. In t…