Recommendation – Watch this full screen.
On November 6th, 2015 UP Aerospace Inc. launched the 20-foot tall SL-10 rocket into near-space. The mission: deploy the Maraia Capsule testing the aerodynamics and stability of the payload on e-entry to the atmosphere. The rocket reached an altitude of 396,000 feet and speeds up to Mach 5.5 (3800mph) at engine burnout.
reminded me of that scene from Koyaanisqatsi, and the awesome Philip Glass soundtrack!
But it appeared to be spinning violently at take-off. I thought the fins were supposed to prevent that? But, I've never been mistaken for a rocket scientist!