Analysis North Korea repaves spaceport launchpad after recent satellite failureFresh work throughout Sohae complex comes as party vows to quickly attempt another launch North Korea has begun repaving the new launchpad used for the country’s failed military satellite launch, according to NK Pro analysis of satellite imagery, as the ruling party promised again this week to attempt another launch “in a short span of time.” Planet Labs high-resolution imagery shows repaving efforts began between June 16 and 18 throughout the Sohae Satellite Launching Ground complex, including on the new coastal launchpad, on the new and old rocket engine test stands and near the old launchpad. The new launchpad was first paved black within eight days of the last launch © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. |