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South Korea's Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) has announced the Nuri rocket launch for November 27. This marks the first launch under the newly established space agency. The launch window is from 12:54 a.m. to 1:14 a.m. at the Naro Space Center in Goheung. KASA's budget has been increased significantly to focus on satellite development and lunar exploration initiatives.

Key Points: South Korea's Nuri Rocket Set for November 27 Launch

  • Nuri rocket scheduled for November 27 launch from Goheung
  • Launch is first by new Korea AeroSpace Administration
  • Backup window planned for November 28 to December 4
  • Budget increased for satellite development and lunar exploration
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S. Korea to launch Nuri space rocket on November 27: KASA

KASA confirms November 27 for Nuri rocket launch, marking its first mission under the new space agency.

"We will ensure flawless preparation and work as one team to achieve success. - Yoon Young-bin"

Seoul, Sep 30

The Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) on Tuesday said that it has finalised the date for the fourth launch of the country's homegrown Nuri space rocket.

The Nuri, formally known as the Korea Space Launch Vehicle II (KSLV-II), is scheduled to be launched on November 27, Yonhap news agency reported.

The date was finalised following a launch management committee meeting held last week, and a separate meeting reviewing the transportation of the main payload, a next-generation mid-sized satellite.

"This launch will be the first since the establishment of the space agency," KASA Administrator Yoon Young-bin said.

"We will ensure flawless preparation and work as one team to achieve success," Young-bin added.

The backup launch window has been set between November 28 and December 4.

The rocket is scheduled to lift off from the Naro Space Center in the southern coastal village of Goheung between 12:54 a.m. and 1:14 a.m., with the exact time to be decided on the previous day, the report said.

Alongside the main satellite, the rocket will carry 12 smaller satellites, which are set to be delivered to the space centre by the end of October.

Earlier this month, KASA said it has raised its 2026 budget by 15 per cent from this year to 1.11 trillion won (US$7.98 billion), with the increase mainly directed toward satellite development and lunar exploration.

According to KASA, the proposed funds will be concentrated in six major areas, which include the strengthening of space transportation capacity and new technology acquisition, advancing satellite-based communications, navigation, and observation, as well as fostering future space industries through exploration, Yonhap reported.

For satellites, the budget will rise by 24.4 billion won to 236.2 billion won. This includes 6.2 billion won for developing ultra-high-resolution imaging satellites and projects for 6G-based low-orbit satellite communications.

In the space transportation field, the budget will decrease by 46.4 billion won, or 14.9 per cent, to 264.2 billion won, following the conclusion of the Nuri rocket programme and amid a delay in the country's next generation launch vehicle project, KASA said.

- IANS

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Priya S
Interesting that they're carrying 12 smaller satellites along with the main payload. This reminds me of ISRO's PSLV missions that carry multiple satellites. The budget increase for satellite development shows they're serious about space infrastructure. Good luck to KASA! 🤞
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Michael C
While I appreciate space exploration, I wonder if such massive budgets (1.11 trillion won!) could be better used for education and healthcare in developing countries. Space is important, but so are basic human needs on Earth.
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Rohit P
The timing between 12:54-1:14 AM suggests they're going for a specific orbital window. South Korea's space ambitions are growing rapidly! Meanwhile, India's Gaganyaan mission is also progressing well. Healthy competition in space benefits all of humanity. 🌍✨
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Sarah B
👍 Good to see more countries joining the space race. The focus on 6G satellite communications and lunar exploration shows they're thinking long-term. Hope the launch goes smoothly on November 27th!
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Vikram M
The budget decrease in space transportation after Nuri program completion is concerning. They should maintain momentum for next-gen rockets. India faced similar challenges but ISRO managed continuous development. Hope KASA learns from others' experiences.

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