Rocket Lab launches 30 small satellites and Gnome Chomsky into orbit

Rocket Lab s Electron rocket launched 30 small satellites and payloads from the Mahia Peninsula in New Zealand on Nov. 19, 2020 (Nov. 20 - local time). A garden gnome called Gnome Chomsky was also aboard the kick stage of the rocket for charity. The gnome is known for its appearances in the video game Half-Life. Credit: Rocket Lab