Cygnus XL Cargo Ship Delayed by Propulsion Issue en Route to ISS
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A Northrop Grumman Cygnus XL spacecraft carrying 11,000 pounds of supplies and scientific instruments to the ISS experienced a main engine failure during its maiden voyage, preventing it from docking and leaving the cargo in limbo; the mission's new schedule is under review.
Topics:top-news#cygnus-xl#iss-supply-mission#northrop-grumman#science#space-station#spacecraft-malfunction
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