South Africa's UKZN Breaks Africa's Rocket Launch Record - Reached 18km
UKZN’s affiliated AeroSpace Systems Research Group recently launched Phoenix-1B Mk II rocket, with a technology demonstration objective. The project was used to train students on vehicle design, test operations, and to inspire the younger generations. Launched at Denel Overberg at 16h00 on Sunday, the rocket was aimed at reaching 15km but eventually reached a height of 18km, making the record for the highest flown indigenous rocket on the continent in recent times. The project is funded by th...
South Africa Eastern Cape South African Kai Mitchell Broughton Denel Overberg Africa Department Of Science
Source: africanews.space