Rocket Lab Delays Neutron’s First Flight to 2027
A manufacturing issue pushed back the rocket’s maiden launch, while Rocket Lab shares dropped 7.85% in the October 14 session.
Key takeaways
- Rocket Lab now expects Neutron’s first launch in 2027.
- Shares closed at $59.18 on October 14, down 7.85%.
Rocket Lab now expects the maiden flight of its Neutron rocket in 2027, pushing back the launch from its earlier schedule. The company announced the revised timing on October 14.
The delay follows manufacturing challenges with Neutron’s forward dome, according to The Economic Times. Rocket Lab said the replacement part must be completed and tested before further tank assembly and testing.
Rocket Lab shares closed at $59.18 on October 14, down 7.85% for the session, according to Yahoo Finance. The company’s second-quarter 2026 revenue rose 62% year over year to $234 million, and its backlog reached $2.36 billion, the outlet reported.
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