June 12, 2026 (JST)

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency

 Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched H3 Launch Vehicle flight No.6, 30 configuration Test Vehicle at 09:53:59(JST) on June 12, 2026 from the Tanegashima Space Center. The Launch Vehicle flew as planned, and the second stage of the H3 Launch Vehicle was injected into the predetermined orbit. Approximately 16 minutes and 4 seconds after the liftoff, the separation of the PETREL and STARS-X were confirmed.
 Additionally, based on the post-Earth orbit data from the second-stage vehicle, JAXA confirmed that the separation signals were sent to BRO-22, VERTECS, HORN-L and HORN-R.
 JAXA appreciates all for the support shown in behalf of the launch.