Japan aborts Epsilon S rocket test

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The Epsilon S rocket was supposed to launch early next year, but the recent blast will likely delay its debut by several months.
Second Explosion in 16 Months Halts Japan's Epsilon S Rocket Engine Test
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) halted a combustion test of the Epsilon S rocket's second-stage engine after an explosion occurred 49 seconds into the trial at the Tanegashima Space Center.
The engine of Japan's flagship new small rocket explodes during a test for a second time
The engine for a flagship new small Japanese rocket has burst into flames during a combustion test, but there was no injury or damage to the outside, officials said
New Japanese rocket engine explodes during testing for 2nd time in 16 months
An engine hot fire test for the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency's new Epsilon S rocket ended prematurely when the engine caught fire and exploded.
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Japanese Rocket Epsilon S’ Engine Explodes for the Second Time During Testing
An explosion occurred during a test of the second-stage engine for Japan's Epsilon S rocket on November 26, according to officials. The engine failure, which took place at the Tanegashima Space Center,
Explosive Setback for Japan's Epsilon S Rocket
Japan's space agency, JAXA, faced a setback when the Epsilon S rocket engine test exploded, likely delaying its debut launch beyond March. The explosion occurred 49 seconds after ignition during a test at the Tanegashima Space Center,
Japanese Rocket Engine Bursts Into Flames During Test
An engine for a new Japanese rocket burst into flames on Tuesday during a combustion test, according to reports. The incident involved the Epsilon S engine and resulted in an explosion with significant smoke,
Japan's Epsilon S Rocket Catches On Fire During Test
A test of Japan’s Epsilon S rocket was halted after a bang and fire seconds into an engine combustion test on November 26 sent plumes of smoke over the Tanegashima Space Center in Minamitane.
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