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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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Field Origin Era
2008 1
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1. Wikipedia: Falcon 1
Wikimedia FoundationFalcon 1, lead section
Quote, Falcon 1, lead section
On September 28, 2008, Falcon 1 became the first privately developed fully liquid-fueled launch vehicle to successfully reach orbit.
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