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space14 hours ago

Artemis 2 Rolls to Launch Pad as NASA Preps Crewed Moon Mission

NASA is rolling the Space Launch System and Orion from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center in an estimated 8–10 hour rollout, with live coverage starting at 7 a.m. ET on Jan. 17. After rollout, engineers will retract the crew access arm, connect ground systems, and conduct initial checks ahead of a Feb. 2 wet dress rehearsal and a targeted early-February launch window (Feb. 6) for Artemis 2, with backup dates in February, March, and April. Artemis 2 will carry four astronauts—Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen—and is a key stepping stone toward Artemis 3 and a 2026 Moon landing, with safety as NASA’s top priority.

via Gizmodo|
#artemis-2#kennedy-space-center#orion
space-exploration1 year ago

"SpaceX Prepares for Fourth Starship Test Flight After FAA Clears Safety Probe"

SpaceX is nearing the launch of its Starship vehicle for the fourth time after successfully completing a second wet dress rehearsal (WDR) and receiving a safety clearance from the FAA for Flight 3. The FAA's investigation deemed the previous flight non-dangerous to the public, allowing SpaceX to proceed with preparations for a potential launch on June 5, pending regulatory approval.

via NASASpaceflight.com|
#faa#launch#space-exploration
space-technology2 years ago

"Insights from Starship's Wet Dress Rehearsal and Liftoff Failure"

SpaceX is preparing for the next Starship flight, with Ship 28 and Booster 10 set to return to the launch site for a Wet Dress Rehearsal (WDR) ahead of the third launch of the rocket. Significant upgrades and changes to the Orbital Tank Farm and Launch Site are being made, including the installation of extra pumps and subcoolers, reinforcement of cryo shells, and small upgrades all over the Orbital Launch Pad. Additionally, progress is being made on the construction of a second tower at Sanchez, production site, and vehicle updates for future flights.

via NASASpaceflight.com|
#orbital-launch-pad#space-exploration#space-technology
space2 years ago

"Vulcan Rocket Launch Faces Multiple Delays, Now Set for January"

The first launch of United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket, scheduled for December 24th, is likely to be delayed to early January due to routine issues with ground equipment during a practice countdown called a wet dress rehearsal. ULA CEO Tory Bruno stated that a full dress rehearsal is desired before the first flight, pushing the launch date past Christmas Eve. The next launch period is expected to open on January 8th, with a four-day window. The delay means there could be two lunar lander launches from Cape Canaveral within the same week, as Intuitive Machines is preparing for a January 12th launch of its Nova-C lunar lander on a SpaceX Falcon 9.

via SpaceNews|
#launch-delay#lunar-lander#space
space2 years ago

"SpaceX Awaits Regulatory Approval, Prepares for Potential WDR"

SpaceX is preparing for a possible Wet Dress Rehearsal (WDR) for Booster 9 and Ship 25, with engine testing underway for Ship 26. The company has posted notices for the coming week, indicating a return to a full stack for the next Starship launch, pending regulatory approval. SpaceX has scheduled road closures and a possible evacuation notice for Boca Chica Village, signaling a potential WDR. Additionally, work is progressing on future vehicles, including Booster 10, Booster 11, Booster 13, Ship 28, and Ship 29. The company is also conducting tests at Masseys with new test articles and a burst test.

via NASASpaceflight.com|
#regulatory-approval#ship-26#space