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Electron | The Lightning God Defends (iQPS Launch 8)

Launch by Rocket Lab. Synthetic aperture radar Earth observation satellite for Japanese Earth imaging company iQPS. From Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1, Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand.
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Get ready for a thrilling journey into space as we count down to the launch of "Electron | The Lightning God Defends" on Thursday, August 20, 2026! This exciting event marks the deployment of a synthetic aperture radar Earth observation satellite, developed for the innovative Japanese company iQPS. Set against the stunning backdrop of Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 on the Mahia Peninsula in New Zealand, this launch promises to be a significant milestone in Earth imaging technology. Our countdown timer is ticking down to this momentous occasion, so stay tuned as we anticipate the successful liftoff of Electron, paving the way for new advancements in satellite observation. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary event—mark your calendars and join us in the excitement!

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Electron | The Lightning God Defends (iQPS Launch 8) will take place on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 01:00 PM.

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