Space One's rocket explodes on inaugural flight
The 18-metre (59 ft) rocket exploded five seconds after lifting off, leaving behind a large cloud of smoke
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The 18-metre (59 ft) rocket exploded five seconds after lifting off, leaving behind a large cloud of smoke
Tokyo-based startup Space One was aiming to become the first private Japanese firm to put a satellite into orbit.
The solid-fuel rocket erupted in fire
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