﻿1. A rocket is due to be launched from Machrihanish Airbase, Argyll and Bute in position 55° 26' .36N. , 5° 42' .53W. between 10 December 2026 and 31 January 2027 from 1000 -1600 UTC by launch operator Exotopic.

2. The rocket will be launched westwards and will have a maximum altitude of up to 20 km.

3. A temporary hazard area for splashdown of rocket debris will be established around the launch site. Mariners are advised to avoid entering the area during launch operations and should endeavour to comply with any instructions or advice issued by Exotopic range safety control. The hazard area is bounded by the following positions:

55°34'22.5"N	6°01'51.2"W
55°34'55.2"N	5°44'38.6"W
55°26'43.9"N	5°44'42.7"W
55°24'55.5"N	5°47'59.4"W
55°26'27.4"N	6°01'02.7"W

4. More precise dates and details of the launch will be promulgated through the MSI service, and UK Coastguard VHF and MF MSI Broadcast from 5 days before the launch.

5. Contact Exotopic Range Control on telephone 07983888825 or 07930164770 for further details.
