Firefly identifies cause of Alpha booster test failure Astrobitica November 12, 2025 (Last updated: November 12, 2025) 1 minute read Firefly Aerospace says contamination in a fluid line caused the loss in September of an Alpha first stage being tested for an upcoming launch. The post Firefly identifies cause of Alpha booster test failure appeared first on SpaceNews. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: Mario and Peach go planet-hopping in 1st trailer for ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ (video)Next: SES expands launch contract with Relativity Space