November 8, 2024 - UP Aerospace successfully launched SpaceLoft 20 at 11:14 am local time from Spaceport America New Mexico

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(Denver, Colorado) - November 8, 2024 - The launch of the SpaceLoft-20 rocket signified the success of a payload and research mission UP Aerospace completed for Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). The Cyclone-1 mission allowed the organization to conduct crucial flight testing of technology and components in the Cyclone-1 payload. Upon the rocket reaching its apogee, the research payload was released and monitored by LANL scientists throughout its descent back to the Earth. During flight, an onboard telemetry system transmitted in-flight information regarding the payload’s performance and its functionality. “The launch was conducted smoothly and reflects the success of our partnership with UP Aerospace, Spaceport America, and WSMR”, said LANL Program Manager Stephen Judd. This was the 4th successful separation mission for UP Aerospace where the payload was separated from the launch vehicle.