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SpaceX and Astrium Partner For Falcon 1e Launch

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Monday, September 14th, 2009

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Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) and European Aeronautic Defence and Space Co. (EADS) Astrium recently announced a contract for a SpaceX Falcon 1e to launch an Earth observation satellite designed by Astrium or its recently acquired subsidiary Surrey Satellite Technology (SSTL). "SpaceX's Falcon 1e launch vehicle was designed to provide the highest level of reliability as well as the lowest dedicated mission price of any orbital launch system," Elon Musk, CEO and CTO of SpaceX, said. "SpaceX is pleased to be…

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