
Aug 4, 2026
✦NewsBytes
India's first 80-ton FFSC rocket engine to debut this Friday
India’s first 80-ton FFSC rocket engine will debut this Friday. Developed by Astro Base, this powerful engine generates 780 kilonewtons of thrust. It offers better performance than conventional liquid engines. Such technology is crucial for commercial missions and re-entry designs, marking a major step forward for India’s private space sector.