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flag Rocket Lab successfully tested its mid-air recovery system for reusing rocket boosters, advancing affordable, frequent launches.

flag Rocket Lab has successfully completed qualification testing for its Hungry Hippo system, a mid-air recovery mechanism designed to capture the first stage of its Electron rocket using a helicopter. flag The milestone advances the company’s goal of reusing rocket boosters to cut costs and boost launch frequency. flag The tests confirm the system’s reliability under demanding conditions, supporting Rocket Lab’s strategy for sustainable, affordable launch services. flag Future missions will integrate the system, with additional testing and operational flights planned in the coming months.

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