The flight lasted 306 seconds.
The company recovered the rocket a few hours later.
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The launch makes Spain one of only 10 countries with direct access to space.
Miura 1 is primarily a technology demonstrator for the startups much larger Miura 5 small launch vehicle.
Eyes are now turning to Europes small launch startups to fill the gap.
Story bySion Geschwindt
Sion is a freelance science and technology reporter, specialising in climate and energy.
