Ariane 6 Upper Stage Vinci Engine Undergoes Hot Fire Testing

ESA’s Ariane 6 launch vehicle program has taken a major step towards first flight with the start of a series of hot fire tests of the rocket’s upper stage and its all-new Vinci engine.

"Europe needs to work toward complete autonomy in accessing and operating in space. Ariane 6 is key to this."

Daniel Neuenschwander, ESA Director of Space Transportation.

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