NASA and SpaceX Prepare for CRS-33 Cargo Launch to the ISS
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NASA and SpaceX are launching CRS-33, a cargo resupply mission to the ISS featuring a Dragon spacecraft with a new propulsion system in its trunk to boost the station's orbit, helping to sustain its altitude and reduce workload on other vehicles. The mission includes over 5,000 pounds of supplies and scientific experiments, and marks the first long-duration mission with this new boost capability, which will inform future space station operations and deorbit plans.
- Live coverage: NASA, SpaceX to launch Cargo Dragon on a mission to boost space station orbit Spaceflight Now
- CRS-33 Mission SpaceX
- NASA Sets Coverage for SpaceX 33rd Station Resupply Launch, Arrival NASA (.gov)
- Watch SpaceX launch 5,000 pounds of cargo to the ISS early on Aug. 24 Space
- Crew Awaits Dragon Cargo Mission and Keeps Up Human Research NASA (.gov)
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