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Philippines Aims for Own Spaceport and First Rocket Launch by 2027
The Philippines is planning to establish its own spaceport and aims to launch its first liquid-fueled sounding rocket by 2027. This initiative is seen by the Armed Forces of the Philippines as a step towards securing 'the next high ground' in space.
28 Jul, 03:59 — 28 Jul, 17:30
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RapplerMostly Factual6h ago
PH’s first liquid-fueled sounding rocket to be launched in 2027
Cagayan will serve as the Philippines' 'gateway to space'
By Iya Gozum
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PhilSA: PH eyes own spaceport as first rocket launch set for 2027
MANILA, Philippines — In the next few years, the Philippines may have its own booming spaceport, similar to Cape Canaveral in the United States, where more than a hundred rockets are sent into space each year. Among the applauded parts of the fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona) was President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s announcement
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First report: Rappler · 28 Jul, 03:59|Full coverage: 2 · 14h|Window: 14h
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