Rocket Engine Explosion at Scottish Spaceport: A Fiery Incident
A rocket engine exploded in flames during a test at SaxaVord Spaceport, Scotland’s first licensed vertical rocket launch site. The incident, captured by BBC footage, showed a significant explosion, emitting large plumes of fire and smoke into the air.
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A rocket engine exploded in flames during a test at the SaxaVord Spaceport in Scotland.
The site, which last year became Britain's first licensed vertical rocket launch site, witnessed a large explosion, as shown in BBC footage.
The incident spewed significant plumes of fire and smoke into the air over the Shetland Islands.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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