I agree that it makes sense for the EU to have it's own rocket and rocket talent, but the crazy part is the Ariane 6 was obsolete before it hit the design table.
Clearly SpaceX have upturned the industry, but to still be so blind to the fact reuse is the future is wilful ignorance.
I'm happy the government funds projects to keep expertise and local know-how, but it would be better if they weren't spending billions to be a decade (or two) obsolete.
Clearly SpaceX have upturned the industry, but to still be so blind to the fact reuse is the future is wilful ignorance.
I'm happy the government funds projects to keep expertise and local know-how, but it would be better if they weren't spending billions to be a decade (or two) obsolete.