1st Test Flight
MOMO
Interstellar Technologies
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
1st Test Flight
- Type: Suborbital
- Orbit: Suborbital
First Test Flight of the MOMO suborbital rocket.
Flight was terminated about 80 seconds after engine ignition.
Flight was terminated about 80 seconds after engine ignition.
Location
Launch Complex 0
Hokkaido Spaceport, Japan
Launch Complex 0 has witnessed the launch of 7 rockets, including 0 orbital launch attempts. While Hokkaido Spaceport, Japan, has been the site for 7 rocket launches.
Rocket launch pad of Interstellar Technologies, located next to the Taiki Aerospace Research Field.
Rocket
Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0
Momo is a Japanese sounding rocket capable of delivering 20 kg to a height of 100 km. It is privately developed by Interstellar Technologies Inc. (IST).
The single stage Momo is powered by a pressure-fed engine fueled with ethanol and liquid oxygen. The engine is gimbaled for steering, with cold gas thrusters providing roll control.
Momo v0 was replaced by v1 in 2021.
Agency
Interstellar Technologies
Interstellar Technologies, Inc. (Japanese: インターステラテクノロジズ（株） Hepburn: Intāsutera Tekunorojizu (kabu)) is a Japanese NewSpace company. It is a rocket spacelaunch company developing the MOMO launcher. Its stated goal is to reduce the cost of access to space. In 2017, it became the first Japanese company to launch a privately developed space rocket, though the launch was unsuccessful. The company plans to complete a rocket by 2020 that would be capable of launching small satellites into orbit.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 1st Test Flight launch scheduled?
The Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 1st Test Flight launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 1st Test Flight launch video?
You can watch the Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 1st Test Flight mission launch from?
The Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 rocket launched from Launch Complex 0 at Hokkaido Spaceport, Japan. Rocket launch pad of Interstellar Technologies, located next to the Taiki Aerospace Research Field.
What rocket was used for the 1st Test Flight mission?
The 1st Test Flight mission launched aboard a Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 rocket. Momo is a Japanese sounding rocket capable of delivering 20 kg to a height of 100 km. It is privately developed by Interstellar Technologies Inc. (IST). <br> <br>The single stage Momo is powered by a pressure-fed engine fueled with ethanol and liquid oxygen. The engine is gimbaled for steering, with cold gas thrusters providing roll control. <br> <br>Momo v0 was replaced by v1 in 2021. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 1st Test Flight launch?
The Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 1st Test Flight launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 1st Test Flight launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Interstellar Technologies MOMO v0 launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the 1st Test Flight mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Interstellar Technologies live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
