Pretty sure the second stage leaves the core stage way behind very quickly. Replying to: THankU.Question:Which rockets of similar config use such de-orbit strategy? -- Mao Clone Post ReplyForum Canis Majoris 05/07/2021, 21:47:39 Author Profile | Edit It would not be a problem at all for the core stage to reduce thrust or even just shut off until the second stage blasts off and has cleared the core stage, then steer a course into the Pacific or Atlantic. Recommend | Alert | 5 4 3 2 1 0 -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 Where am IGo Up Go TopPost ReplyBack