ROCKET LAB DELAYS NEUTRON TO 2027 OVER VOIDS IN A CARBON-COMPOSITE TANK DOME

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Rocket Lab moved Neutron's debut to 2027 after finding voids in the carbon-composite layers of the forward dome on its first-stage propellant tank. A replacement dome is being built, and Rocket Lab must still inspect it, assemble the first stage, and complete pressure and cryogenic tests before setting a firm date. It's the rocket's fourth slip since its 2021 unveiling, following a January tank rupture in testing, and shares fell about 10% after hours.