Launch 4-27: KomSAT Mk VII

Year 4, Day 339.
Mission Objectives:

1. ​Place satellite into KSO above KSC.

This mission will piggyback some relay dishes on a scientific satellite. The relays will be used for additional deep space relays to communicate with our Jool probe.

(I've installed Eve, Scatterer, and a new skybox).

Payload: KomSAT Mk VII

Payload stage: Ant I

Upper stage: Spark III

First stage and boosters: Swivel-Hammer

Liftoff!

Onboard cameras showing nominal liftoff.

Booster separation.

Loss of control during ascent resulted in a loss of payload.

Mission Summary:

1. ​Place satellite into KSO above KSC: failed to reach orbit.