German startup Isar Aerospace has postponed the launch of its space rocket from Norway due to adverse weather conditions and plans to reschedule for a later date.
The Spectrum rocket aims to be the first orbital flight from Europe, as several nations, including Sweden and Britain, seek a share of the growing satellite launch market.
Isar Aerospace announced, "The first test flight of Spectrum is scrubbed due to unfavourable winds ... the team is working to determine a new launch window."
Scheduled to launch from Norway's Arctic Andøya Spaceport, the Spectrum is designed for small- and medium-sized satellites weighing up to one metric tonne, although it will not carry a payload on its maiden voyage.
The company has cautioned that the initial launch may end in failure and that multiple attempts may be necessary to achieve orbital success.