This dimension marks whether a launch vehicle is still active, retired or still in development. Wikipedia notes that launch vehicles are "engineered with advanced aerodynamics and technologies, which contribute to high operating costs," costs that eventually lead most vehicle types to retirement in favor of a successor. Browsing by status separates vehicles still flying from those no longer in service.
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1. Wikipedia: Naro-1
Wikimedia FoundationNaro-1, lead sectionQuote, Naro-1, lead section
On 30 January 2013, the third Naro-1 vehicle built successfully placed STSAT-2C into low Earth orbit.
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