Rocket LabRocket Lab has successfully launched its first rocket of 2019, a mission for the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) that will test a novel method to deploy a satellite antenna in orbit. Weighing in at 150 kilograms (330 pounds), it is the largest single satellite Rocket Lab has ever launched. DARPAFor Rocket Lab, the mission heralds the start of what could be an exciting year. Rocket Lab will now be hoping that following a slow start to 2019, they can begin launching on a regular basis. With a second launchpad on the horizon, they are continuing to cement their position as one of the leaders in the small satellite rocket industry.

Source: Forbes March 28, 2019 23:34 UTC