Rocket Lab launches.

Rocket Lab is the leading small-launch operator. Electron (carbon-composite, electric-pump Rutherford engines) flies dedicated smallsat missions from Mahia, New Zealand and Wallops, Virginia. Neutron is the upcoming reusable medium-lift vehicle expected to debut from Wallops in 2026-2027. LaunchDetect publishes an independent record of every Rocket Lab launch, from Wallops and Mahia.

Every Rocket Lab launch is independently recorded by LaunchDetect. Independent of any operator press release or broadcast.

Operator facts

CountryUnited States / New Zealand
Founded2006
HeadquartersLong Beach, California
Active fleetElectron, Neutron
Primary padsMahia LC-1A/B (New Zealand), Wallops LC-2, Wallops LC-3 (Neutron)
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