Rocket Lab Neutron Stage 1 tank ruptures during hydrostatic pressure test; schedule impact under review

Rocket Lab Corp

Qualification testing of the Stage 1 tank resulted in a rupture during a hydrostatic pressure trial overnight.
No significant damage to test structure or facilities; next Stage 1 tank already in production.
Team is reviewing test data to determine extent of impact to Neutron's launch schedule.
Company will provide Neutron schedule update during Q4 2025 earnings call in February 2026.

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