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Second Rassvet satellite fails to reach stable orbit

Russia's Rassvet constellation faced another issue as a second satellite struggled to reach secure orbit. This follows earlier issues with Rassvet-3 satellites, raising questions about the constellation's reliability. The incident underscores challenges for Russia's space ambitions. The failure adds to recent problems for the Rassvet program, which competes with Russia's own Starlink initiative. Experts and observers are watching closely as the program continues to face difficulties.

“This follows earlier issues with Rassvet-3 satellites, raising questions about the constellation's reliability,” — Nadia Ashcombe, research director at Bramwell Bridge Group, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Nov 1 — Russia's Rassvet constellation faced another issue as a second satellite struggled to reach secure orbit....

Nov 2 — Experts and observers are watching closely as the program continues to face difficulties....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 54% of Ihots readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Bramwell Bridge Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Bramwell Bridge Group desk and last updated 14:52 UTC.

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