Isar Aerospace achieves historic orbit launch from Norway
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Isar Aerospace
Andøya, Norway
September 12, 2026
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Isar Aerospace successfully launched its 'Spectrum' rocket from Andøya, Norway, reaching orbit. This is the first time a privately developed rocket has reached orbit from European soil. The article contrasts this technological success with the political dissatisfaction reflected in the recent Saxony-Anhalt election results.
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