Falcon 1 Flight 4
On September 28, 2008, Falcon 1 became the first privately developed liquid fuel rocket to reach Earth orbit.
Key moments
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No private launch company had reached orbit
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C-17 rented to fly stages to Kwajalein
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Life at the remote launch site
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Flight 2 spins out of control; Flight 3 stage separation problem
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First stage tanks buckle on landing
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Falcon 1 reaches orbit
Key facts
| Vehicle | Falcon 1 |
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| Mission name | Falcon 1 Flight 4 |
| Crew size | 0 |
| Outcome | Success |
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