- Rocket Lab’s Neutron launch readiness is questioned in an internal congressional memo, suggesting misrepresentation for competitive advantage.
- The memo states that Rocket Lab does not have a credible path to launch Neutron by the crucial deadline of December 15, 2024, for Space Force contracts.
- Space Systems Command adjusted procurement strategy to accommodate new launch providers, splitting contracts into Lane 1 for newer rockets and Lane 2 for established providers.
- Uncertainties around the new engine Archimedes’ hot fire tests are highlighted as a major issue affecting Rocket Lab’s timeline for Neutron launch.
- Completion of launch infrastructure at NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility, crucial for Neutron launch readiness, faces challenges with a tight timeline and uncertainties in the RFP schedule.
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