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SpaceX Falcon 9 v1.1 - ORBCOMM OG2 - Pre-LAUNCH UPDATES
by
Chris Bergin
on 30 Apr, 2014 15:46
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#1
by
Chris Bergin
on 30 Apr, 2014 15:46
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Sierra Nevada Corporation Completes and Delivers Satellites for ORBCOMM Mission 1 Launch
Sparks, Nev., April 30, 2014 – Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) announces the successful completion of the ORBCOMM Generation 2 (OG2) Pre-Ship Review and shipment of six satellites from the company’s Space Systems’ location in Louisville, Colorado. SNC is the prime contractor for this upgraded communication constellation leading all development and integration efforts for the ORBCOMM Mission 1 launch in May.
SNC conducted a thorough OG2 Pre-Ship Review to verify the completion of all functional and environmental testing, validating the performance of all systems and software for the six satellites. Upon completion of the OG2 Pre-Ship Review the satellites were shipped to Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) facilities at Cape Canaveral, Florida. The spacecraft are currently undergoing final testing and fueling in preparation for a May launch aboard a dedicated Falcon 9 launch vehicle.
“SNC is pleased to complete this critical milestone in upgrading ORBCOMM’s global network,” said Pat Remias, SNC’s Space Systems senior director of programs. “Due to their high efficiency and modular design, these satellites have substantially more capacity to service a larger number of subscribers, thus making the network more efficient with fewer satellites than the OG1 satellites that are currently on-orbit. SNC has established a satellite production line in our Louisville facility to integrate and test each vehicle rapidly, with up to six satellites processing simultaneously.”
“Despite the age of the current constellation, ORBCOMM has shown strong growth under the leadership of CEO Marc Eisenberg, recording 15 percent growth in revenue and over 100,000 new subscriber communicators last year over the previous year,” said Mark N. Sirangelo, corporate vice president and head of SNC’s Space Systems. “OG2 will provide the path for continued growth and quality performance for the customer, which are hallmarks for SNC and ORBCOMM. Together with the superb technical team of ORBCOMM, SNC is raising the bar for the next generation of low-Earth orbit satellites.”
The total OG2 constellation is comprised of 17 satellites. The remaining 11 satellites in the constellation are in final integration at SNC’s facility in Louisville, Colorado, and are on track to support the next launch (OG2 Mission 2) scheduled in the fourth quarter of 2014. In addition to developing the satellite buses, SNC has directed the development and integration of the advanced communication payload and is assisting in the key roles of launch planning and launch mission operations for the OG2 constellation, including developing a Satellite Operations Center that will support essential communications with the OG2 satellites prior to launch and during early on-orbit checkout and operations. SNC is currently housing the first fully functional small satellite production line in the U.S.
For the latest launch information visit:
http://www.orbcomm.com/networks/og2-launch.
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#2
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Galactic Penguin SST
on 30 Apr, 2014 16:32
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The Orbcomm G2 satellites arrived at the Cape starting from April 21:
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#3
by
Chris Bergin
on 01 May, 2014 17:38
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#4
by
Orbiter
on 02 May, 2014 16:41
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#5
by
Galactic Penguin SST
on 03 May, 2014 15:18
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I have checked the weather forecasts - it seems that after the storms passed Florida today sunshine will be the norm next week all the way till next Saturday (May 11), so unless high altitude winds have problems the weather should be clear for launch.
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#6
by
Galactic Penguin SST
on 05 May, 2014 06:45
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#7
by
Chris Bergin
on 05 May, 2014 21:05
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Per L2's dedicated updates for this launch, there is new T-0 of 0947-1040L (Range Approved) on May 10.
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#8
by
Galactic Penguin SST
on 06 May, 2014 05:15
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How the satellites were stacked on the ESPA adapters:
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#9
by
averagespacejoe
on 06 May, 2014 19:29
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According to the newest update on Orbcomm's website for the OG2 launch the static fire test will occur Thursday. With a Falcon 9 roll out that morning.
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#10
by
input~2
on 06 May, 2014 19:36
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Navigational warnings:
valid May 10 from 1347 to 1509UTC
alternate May 11 from 1325 to 1447UTC
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#11
by
Comga
on 06 May, 2014 19:50
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#12
by
Jakusb
on 06 May, 2014 19:53
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Maritime restricted areas:
valid May 10 from 1347 to 1509UTC
alternate May 11 from 1325 to 1447UTC
Would that round area indicate a target for soft landing? Or is it meant for something different? It does not seem very close to shore. Or is it in comparison?
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#13
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ugordan
on 06 May, 2014 19:55
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Would that round area indicate a target for soft landing? Or is it meant for something different?
Fairing drop zone?
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#14
by
Jdeshetler
on 06 May, 2014 19:58
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Maybe the later circle is for normal first stage drop zone if the reboost didn't go well?
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#15
by
input~2
on 06 May, 2014 20:03
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Navigational warning for 2nd stage debris
valid May 10 from 1449 to 1551UTC
alternate May 11 from 1427 to 1529UTC
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#16
by
input~2
on 06 May, 2014 20:09
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#17
by
frim
on 06 May, 2014 21:49
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http://www.orbcomm.com/networks/og2-launchOG2 Mission 1 Update: May 6, 2014
Things are progressing well at the Cape. SpaceX conducted a flight readiness review yesterday and confirmed they are a “go” for May 10. Since then, the payload stack has been encapsulated by the fairing, and the entire stack is in the process of being attached to the rocket, which is expected to be completed late today. The next key step is the rocket being rolled out to the launch pad very early Thursday morning for the static test fire scheduled for mid-day Thursday. With a successful static test fire, we are on for a launch at 9:47 am ET on Saturday morning. Management expects to give an update and answer questions on the earnings call scheduled on Thursday, May 8, at 10:30 am ET.
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#18
by
MTom
on 06 May, 2014 21:51
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The two points are about 55 and 145 nm from Cape.
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#19
by
Darga
on 06 May, 2014 22:25
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#20
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input~2
on 07 May, 2014 05:30
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The two points are about 55 and 145 nm from Cape.
The two points have no meaning
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#21
by
yg1968
on 07 May, 2014 14:07
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Navigational warning for 2nd stage debris
valid May 10 from 1449 to 1551UTC
alternate May 11 from 1427 to 1529UTC
Where is that?
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#22
by
ugordan
on 07 May, 2014 15:06
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#23
by
input~2
on 07 May, 2014 18:45
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Navigational warning for 2nd stage debris
valid May 10 from 1449 to 1551UTC
alternate May 11 from 1427 to 1529UTC
Where is that?
Here is the full navigational warning and an enlarged view which I hope you will locate
SOUTHEASTERN INDIAN OCEAN.
ROCKETS.
1. HAZARDOUS OPERATIONS 101449Z TO 101551Z MAY,
ALTERNATE 111427Z TO 111529Z MAY
IN AREA BOUND BY
40-06S 106-05E, 40-05S 106-31E,
40-43S 108-54E, 41-31S 111-17E,
43-10S 115-54E, 43-33S 116-24E,
43-40S 115-52E, 42-55S 112-30E,
41-38S 108-50E, 40-48S 107-04E,
40-23S 106-21E.
2. CANCEL THIS MSG 111629Z MAY 14.//
Authority: EASTERN RANGE OP X7373 REENTRY 021417Z MAY 14.
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#24
by
sdsds
on 08 May, 2014 05:28
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#25
by
Galactic Penguin SST
on 08 May, 2014 06:18
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#26
by
Lars_J
on 08 May, 2014 06:38
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Hmm.....no one has bothered to put up the launch press kit?
Here is the mission patch, from the press kit:
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#27
by
docmordrid
on 08 May, 2014 11:50
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What's the inclination for these birds?
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#28
by
Galactic Penguin SST
on 08 May, 2014 11:59
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What's the inclination for these birds?
Per the press kit the satellites will operate from a 715 x 715 km @ 47 degrees inclination orbit.
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#29
by
ugordan
on 08 May, 2014 13:06
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As Chris already tweeted, but didn't post here, the vehicle is now vertical at the pad.
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#30
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Chris Bergin
on 08 May, 2014 13:10
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As Chris already tweeted, but didn't post here, the vehicle is now vertical at the pad.
Whoops, sorry. Had the post in an open window, but forgot to hit post!
Window per L2 is 16:00 to 22:00 UTC for the firing.
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#31
by
Chris Bergin
on 08 May, 2014 16:39
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#32
by
kevin-rf
on 08 May, 2014 17:24
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#33
by
chewi
on 08 May, 2014 18:29
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#34
by
Chris Bergin
on 08 May, 2014 20:10
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Yes Update Thread!
PS Spaceflightinsider.com is citing us as a successful static fire, linking the article. We've reported no such thing.
And they've removed it since.
Per L2 they are still working on the vehicle and haven't got to tanking, so we're seeing if they can extend the static fire window or try again another time....which may impact the launch date. Will update when we know.
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#35
by
Chris Bergin
on 08 May, 2014 22:47
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#36
by
Chris Bergin
on 09 May, 2014 12:18
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#37
by
Chris Bergin
on 09 May, 2014 13:17
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The race is on (disclaimer: not suggesting they are rushing) to make Saturday. L2 has F9 venting from both stages already. Static Fire could be early and imminent.
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#38
by
Nomadd
on 09 May, 2014 13:21
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Updated article for today's Static Fire test:
http://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2014/05/spacex-falcon-9-static-fire-test/
They need to have a good Static Fire and then a good LRR (Launch Readiness Review) - with the latter potentially taking them through to Saturday just ahead of the actual countdown.
It's tight, but doable.
I thought static fire was no longer a requirement for Falcon 9. Unless their contract for this launch stipulates one, can't they just skip it if they feel confident in the motors?
I expect each successful firing of the full stack helps with actuarial calculations though, which in turn lowers the insurance rates for Falcon launches...
The issues that prevented the static fire would also have prevented the launch. They obviously aren't ready to skip it yet.
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#39
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Chris Bergin
on 09 May, 2014 13:42
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SpaceX has scrubbed the second attempt to Static Fire their Falcon 9 v1.1 rocket. This is now highly likely to postpone the launch. Standby for more info when we have it.
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#40
by
Jim
on 09 May, 2014 13:42
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I thought static fire was no longer a requirement for Falcon 9
That is Spacex's call.
Contracts don't stipulate static fires
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#41
by
Chris Bergin
on 09 May, 2014 14:00
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#42
by
Avron
on 09 May, 2014 15:05
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Ben Cooper @LaunchPhoto 4m
Falcon 9 launch of ORBCOMM is postponed till after weekend, but " likely to be later this month" says ORBCOMM.
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#43
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Chris Bergin
on 09 May, 2014 15:06
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As expected, no launch tomorrow or the 11th.
http://www.orbcomm.com/networks/og2-launchToday’s attempt to perform the static firing test was stopped while the rocket was being fueled. Both the OG2 satellites and the rocket are in safe condition and will be rotated horizontal and rolled back into the integration facility. This will prevent us from launching this weekend. We will keep you posted on when the next launch attempt will take place but it’s likely to be later this month.
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#44
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Chris Bergin
on 09 May, 2014 15:10
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Article updated again:
http://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2014/05/spacex-falcon-9-static-fire-test/May 10 and May 11 ruled. Unofficial May 12 NET, but depends on the fix timeline, and return for a Static Fire, so don't even consider that anything more than a date that's not been ruled out yet.
Then there's the Eastern Range requirements for the Delta IV next week, so it's becoming convoluted. Will update as we go.
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#45
by
jacqmans
on 09 May, 2014 16:15
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From: SpaceX Media Relations
Date: May 9, 2014 at 12:03 PM
Subject: SpaceX ORBCOMM Launch Update
A static fire test in advance of SpaceX’s ORBCOMM OG2 Mission 1 was scrubbed this morning during fueling. Both the Falcon 9 rocket and ORBCOMM satellites are in good condition but as a result of schedule constraints, launch will be postponed past this weekend with the next opportunity most likely in late May. Today’s pad visit will also be rescheduled. Additional information will be provided as available via
www.spacex.com .
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#46
by
rcoppola
on 09 May, 2014 16:31
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Any word if this is a GSE issue or an F9 issue, or both?
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#47
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Chris Bergin
on 09 May, 2014 16:33
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Any word if this continues to be a GSE issue or an F9 issue, or both?
No, the GSE issue was Thursday. Friday was the vehicle side.
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#48
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rcoppola
on 09 May, 2014 16:35
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Any word if this continues to be a GSE issue or an F9 issue, or both?
No, the GSE issue was Thursday. Friday was the vehicle side.
Thanks. Bad timing, all things considered.
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#49
by
getitdoneinspace
on 09 May, 2014 21:02
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#50
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mhlas7
on 09 May, 2014 21:12
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#51
by
ugordan
on 10 May, 2014 14:21
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#52
by
Lar
on 11 May, 2014 14:14
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Remember: Update thread. I moved[1]a few posts into the discussion thread.
1 - via split/merge, which is not just a one step process. So think before you post thanks!
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#53
by
hrissan
on 16 May, 2014 08:46
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#54
by
Galactic Penguin SST
on 16 May, 2014 10:37
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#55
by
Comga
on 16 May, 2014 20:53
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Peter B. de Selding (@pbdes)
16.05.14, 12:18
Industry official: SpaceX May 9 Falcon 9 static fire problem caused by component now returned to Calif for tests. No new Orbcomm launch date
https://twitter.com/pbdes/status/467217541979705345
Apparently de Selding was wrong. The launch time linked to by Galactic Penguin SST has been known for 24 hours.
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#56
by
Chris Bergin
on 16 May, 2014 23:17
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No, he's actually correct. There is no official launch date. The date we have in L2 is a planning date that has been worked for days. Then it went Range Approved a couple of days ago as a placeholder IN CASE they can make that date.
However, it is by no means certain it will be the actual launch date as they are still working on the F9. That's why I didn't release it into the public side and why SpaceX has not released it.
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#57
by
Avron
on 16 May, 2014 23:21
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Orbcomm has no update other that May. i.e no update yet.
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#58
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Chris Bergin
on 19 May, 2014 21:23
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And that May 27 option isn't happening. New launch date will be into June. Waiting for L2 to hear the exact date shortly and then we'll check it.
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#59
by
Tomness
on 19 May, 2014 23:22
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And that May 27 option isn't happening. New launch date will be into June. Waiting for L2 to hear the exact date shortly and then we'll check it.
Hey Chris do you know if you can comment that the Falcon 9 1st Stage for Orbcomm will be able to be used? Or will they have to ship it back to McGregor or Hawthorne and have to use the next qualified stage.
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#60
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Chris Bergin
on 19 May, 2014 23:37
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And that May 27 option isn't happening. New launch date will be into June. Waiting for L2 to hear the exact date shortly and then we'll check it.
Hey Chris do you know if you can comment that the Falcon 9 1st Stage for Orbcomm will be able to be used? Or will they have to ship it back to McGregor or Hawthorne and have to use the next qualified stage.
If I was a betting man (which I'm not) I'd say they'll fix the current first stage, but I want to hear about a repair milestone on that process, then ask SpaceX and see if they want to talk about it. Remember, that's the right way to do it as simply asking SpaceX every day "are we nearly there yet" isn't clever. Best to ask them when they may have something to talk about.
Same with the new launch date, it's not really decided. They - like Shuttle in the days of the FAWG manifests (I used to love those) - work with planning dates as it aligns the flow. If I started posting every new NET into the public side, it could be seen as a series of slips by the uninitiated.
Slips are not exactly a positive thing, and thus I wouldn't want to give SpaceX grief in the event some mass media site (not that they cover space much) starting throwing "OMG, SpaceX keep slipping their launch date, look, first it was then, then it was then, then it was now!" headlines (terrible headline by the way
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They are just working NETs for planning in the event they can make such a date. Then they'll set up a Static Fire, then a LRR and around this time they'll go with a launch date.
However, I know lots of people plan flights for these launches, so I'll say this, the Range has them currently looking at the second week of June, late evening. Don't take that to the bank yet, not until they get the F9 out of the rocket hospital.
As with the last one, I'm not putting a specific date on the public side, for the reasons above.
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#61
by
laika_fr
on 20 May, 2014 04:06
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OG2 Mission 1 Update: May 19, 2014Our OG2 Mission 1 launch is now targeted for June 11 with a back-up date of June 12. We will be sending the satellite launch teams from both ORBCOMM and Sierra Nevada Corporation to the Cape the first week of June for fairing encapsulation followed by a static fire test to be conducted two to three days prior to launch.
http://www.orbcomm.com/networks/og2-launch
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#62
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Chris Bergin
on 21 May, 2014 14:18
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#63
by
AndyX
on 21 May, 2014 14:57
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So now we wait to the hear about a Static Fire date. Won't be long to get this rocket back ready for launch!
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#64
by
Chris Bergin
on 21 May, 2014 22:01
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So now we wait to the hear about a Static Fire date. Won't be long to get this rocket back ready for launch!
I'd say about Friday the 9th, if they go for the usual gap between Static Fire and launch. However, it could be earlier if they want to have a closer look at things, per the previous Static Fire issue. We'll keep an eye on that!
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#65
by
laika_fr
on 29 May, 2014 18:07
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OG2 Mission 1 Update: May 29, 2014
Our schedule for our OG2 Mission 1 Launch has been revised to Thursday, June 12 between 9:07 pm and 10:01 pm ET at launch pad SLC-40. The back-up date is now scheduled for the evening of Friday, June 13. We are planning to arrive at the Cape next week to re-encapsulate our satellites. We will continue to provide updates as we get closer to launch.
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#66
by
laika_fr
on 06 Jun, 2014 22:14
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#67
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Chris Bergin
on 08 Jun, 2014 13:37
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Just to note, unofficially this launch is probably going to slip a bit more. Probably not much. We'll know what the plan is on Monday, I believe.
Only noting this in the open section as I know people book flights and such.
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#68
by
Helodriver
on 09 Jun, 2014 01:03
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15 June may give some daylight for the launch window.
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#69
by
DeanG1967
on 09 Jun, 2014 01:09
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Two NOTAMs out (12th opening at 2207Z with the Sfc to Unlimited starting at 0037Z on the 13th) and 13th with the unlimited altitude starting at 0037Z on the 14th)
A0409/14 (Issued for KZMA PART 1 OF 6) - THE FOLLOWING AIRSPACE IN USE FOR A MISSILE LAUNCH/SPLASH DOWN.
DURING THESE TIMES KZMA ARTCC/OAC, KZNY ARTCC/OAC & TJZS ARTCC/OAC
WILL NOT APPROVE IFR FLIGHT WITHIN 45NM OF THE AFFECTED OCEANIC
STATIONARY AIRSPACE RESERVATIONS WEST OF 5000W AND 50NM EAST OF 5000W
OR WITHIN AFFECTED WARNING AREA AIRSPACE.
EFF: 1406122207 THRU 1406122307 W497A WEST OF 8000W. SFC-FL050.
EFF: 1406122307 THRU 1406130107 W497A SFC-FL180.
EFF: 1406122307 THRU 1406130037 R2933,R2934, SFC-FL180.
EFF: 1406130037 THRU 1406130229 R2933,R2934, SFC-UNL.
EFF: 1406130107 THRU 1406130229
and
A0411/14 (Issued for KZMA PART 1 OF 6) - THE FOLLOWING AIRSPACE IN USE FOR A MISSILE LAUNCH/SPLASH DOWN.
DURING THESE TIMES KZMA ARTCC/OAC, KZNY ARTCC/OAC & TJZS ARTCC/OAC
WILL NOT APPROVE IFR FLIGHT WITHIN 45NM OF THE AFFECTED OCEANIC
STATIONARY AIRSPACE RESERVATIONS WEST OF 5000W AND 50NM EAST OF 5000W
OR WITHIN AFFECTED WARNING AREA AIRSPACE.
EFF: 1406132145 THRU 1406132245 W497A WEST OF 8000W. SFC-FL050.
EFF: 1406132245 THRU 1406140045 W497A SFC-FL180.
EFF: 1406132245 THRU 1406140015 R2933,R2934, SFC-FL180.
EFF: 1406140015 THRU 1406140207 R2933,R2934, SFC-UNL.
EFF: 1406140045 THRU 1406140207
1. FROM 2839N 8037W TO 2840N 8031W TO 2915N 7952W TO 2952N 7900W. SEE TEXT -
SEE TEXT END PART 1 OF 6, SEE TEXT, 13 JUN 21:45 2014 UNTIL 14 JUN 02:07 2014.
CREATED: 05 JUN 21:04 2014
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#70
by
input~2
on 09 Jun, 2014 16:15
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Here are the corresponding navigational warnings:
WESTERN NORTH ATLANTIC.
ROCKETS.
1. HAZARDOUS OPERATIONS 130107Z TO 130229Z JUN,
ALTERNATE 140045Z TO 140207Z JUN
IN AREAS BOUND BY:
A. 28-39N 080-37W, 28-40N 080-31W,
29-15N 079-52W, 29-52N 079-00W,
29-57N 078-52W, 29-54N 078-50W,
29-38N 079-07W, 29-01N 079-52W,
28-28N 080-29W, 28-31N 080-36W.
B. 30-48N 078-12W, 30-48N 077-55W,
30-43N 077-41W, 30-16N 077-47W,
30-03N 078-05W, 30-03N 078-23W,
30-17N 078-37W, 30-32N 078-33W.
2. CANCEL THIS MSG 140307Z JUN 14.//
Authority: EASTERN RANGE OP X7373 301652Z MAY 14.
SOUTHEASTERN INDIAN OCEAN.
ROCKETS.
1. HAZARDOUS OPERATIONS 130209Z TO 130311Z JUN,
ALTERNATE 140147Z TO 140249Z JUN
IN AREA BOUND BY
40-06S 106-05E, 40-05S 106-31E,
40-43S 108-54E, 41-31S 111-17E,
43-10S 115-54E, 43-33S 116-24E,
43-40S 115-52E, 42-55S 112-30E,
41-38S 108-50E, 40-48S 107-04E,
40-23S 106-21E.
2. CANCEL THIS MSG 140349Z JUN 14.//
Authority: EASTERN RANGE OP X7373 REENTRY 301736Z MAY 14.
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#71
by
Chris Bergin
on 09 Jun, 2014 22:05
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NET June 15. Starting to find its way out on to Twitter, so noting on the open thread. Static Fire is Thursday now, will write an article.
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#72
by
Chris Bergin
on 10 Jun, 2014 14:55
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#73
by
kcrick
on 10 Jun, 2014 16:07
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#74
by
king1999
on 10 Jun, 2014 16:18
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#75
by
laika_fr
on 10 Jun, 2014 18:09
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OG2 Mission 1 Update: June 10, 2014
The OG2 Mission 1 Launch is scheduled for Sunday, June 15 at 8:00 pm ET with Monday, June 16 as the back-up launch date.
During final integration on one of the OG2 spacecraft, we encountered a minor issue resulting in a few extra days of delay to perform precautionary steps to ensure there are no operational concerns with the satellite.
We intend to re-encapsulate the satellites this evening, with static test firing of the rocket scheduled for Thursday or Friday this week.
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#76
by
jaufgang
on 10 Jun, 2014 18:21
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From the article:
The latest Static Fire date remains preliminary, as does the launch date target, which has now moved to June 15, with a window ranging from 20:00 to 20:53 local time. A back-up date of June 16 is also noted, with a window that stretches from 19:38 to 20:31 local.
KSC sunset is at 20:21. That means there will be daylight in the first part of the June 15 window and most of the June 16, giving an opportunity for imaging the first stage re-entry and splashdown.
Here's hoping....
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#77
by
Comga
on 10 Jun, 2014 19:41
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From the article:
The latest Static Fire date remains preliminary, as does the launch date target, which has now moved to June 15, with a window ranging from 20:00 to 20:53 local time. A back-up date of June 16 is also noted, with a window that stretches from 19:38 to 20:31 local.
KSC sunset is at 20:21. That means there will be daylight in the first part of the June 15 window and most of the June 16, giving an opportunity for imaging the first stage re-entry and splashdown.
Here's hoping....
Agreed
NOAA Solar Position Calculator says that the solar elevation will be +3.5 deg.
It will still be above the horizon at the far point
plotted by input~2.edit: The sun is predicted to be 1.3 deg below the horizon in Darga's outer region, which could be the landing zone if they don't do any "boost back".
I wonder if this takes refraction into account.
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#78
by
Chris Bergin
on 10 Jun, 2014 21:25
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#79
by
Darga
on 10 Jun, 2014 21:46
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Here are the corresponding navigational warnings:
WESTERN NORTH ATLANTIC.
ROCKETS.
1. HAZARDOUS OPERATIONS 130107Z TO 130229Z JUN,
ALTERNATE 140045Z TO 140207Z JUN
IN AREAS BOUND BY:
A. 28-39N 080-37W, 28-40N 080-31W,
29-15N 079-52W, 29-52N 079-00W,
29-57N 078-52W, 29-54N 078-50W,
29-38N 079-07W, 29-01N 079-52W,
28-28N 080-29W, 28-31N 080-36W.
B. 30-48N 078-12W, 30-48N 077-55W,
30-43N 077-41W, 30-16N 077-47W,
30-03N 078-05W, 30-03N 078-23W,
30-17N 078-37W, 30-32N 078-33W.
2. CANCEL THIS MSG 140307Z JUN 14.//
Authority: EASTERN RANGE OP X7373 301652Z MAY 14.
SOUTHEASTERN INDIAN OCEAN.
ROCKETS.
1. HAZARDOUS OPERATIONS 130209Z TO 130311Z JUN,
ALTERNATE 140147Z TO 140249Z JUN
IN AREA BOUND BY
40-06S 106-05E, 40-05S 106-31E,
40-43S 108-54E, 41-31S 111-17E,
43-10S 115-54E, 43-33S 116-24E,
43-40S 115-52E, 42-55S 112-30E,
41-38S 108-50E, 40-48S 107-04E,
40-23S 106-21E.
2. CANCEL THIS MSG 140349Z JUN 14.//
Authority: EASTERN RANGE OP X7373 REENTRY 301736Z MAY 14.
My Google Maps format
https://mapsengine.google.com/map/edit?mid=zp15b_P5ERVk.k2KHtK0kQUuU
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#80
by
Chris Bergin
on 11 Jun, 2014 21:25
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#81
by
Chris Bergin
on 13 Jun, 2014 10:45
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Fingers crossed for a good Static Fire today. Window opens at 1500 local (Static Fire's don't always go on time, so it could be hours after that. We'll keep an eye on people saying they heard a short rumble from the Cape!)
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#82
by
srepetsk
on 13 Jun, 2014 13:46
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Twitter reports Sunday's launch has been canceled?
@flatoday_jdean SpaceX will not launch Orbcomm satellites Sunday evening, and no new date is set. However, a static fire could proceed this afternoon.
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#83
by
TomNTex
on 13 Jun, 2014 14:29
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#84
by
Orbiter
on 13 Jun, 2014 14:41
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Twitter reports Sunday's launch has been canceled?
@flatoday_jdean SpaceX will not launch Orbcomm satellites Sunday evening, and no new date is set. However, a static fire could proceed this afternoon.
Something about this doesn't make any sense, why would the static fire be proceeding as plan but the launch gets delayed? The static fire is the full dress-rehearsal for launch, so it has to be a problem with the satellites.
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#85
by
kevin-rf
on 13 Jun, 2014 14:58
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Something about this doesn't make any sense, why would the static fire be proceeding as plan but the launch gets delayed? The static fire is the full dress-rehearsal for launch, so it has to be a problem with the satellites.
Non LV issues? Satellite(s) issue? Range issue? Trident II test? Elon has a prior engagement? Just guessing....
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#86
by
Chris Bergin
on 13 Jun, 2014 15:02
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Don't know, I'll check into it when I'm back from work.
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#87
by
tobi453
on 13 Jun, 2014 15:02
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OG2 Mission 1 Update: June 13, 2014
ORBCOMM's 6 OG2 satellites were re-encapsulated on Wednesday, June 11, and we are proceeding toward a static test fire of the rocket on Friday, June 13.
All six satellites have completed additional testing and are functioning as expected. In an effort to be as cautious as possible, it was decided to perform further analysis to verify that the issue observed on one satellite during final integration has been fully addressed. The additional time to complete this analysis required us to postpone the OG2 Mission 1 Launch. We are working with SpaceX to identify the next available launch opportunity, and we will update the schedule shortly.
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#88
by
Chris Bergin
on 13 Jun, 2014 19:32
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SpaceX Falcon 9 has conducted her Static Fire - we had some help in L2
Engines fired. SpaceX to evaluate the data next.
Article later.
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#89
by
Chris Bergin
on 13 Jun, 2014 20:11
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A reminder.
There are many threads.
This one is an update thread. There are party threads and discussion threads. We've had "was there a static fire" in the discussion thread, "Cool" posts in the update thread and updates in the party thread. You guys have to get this right as the mods are going to have a break down over this. Posts will be trimmed, but a bit of common sense please guys.
And now for an update:
http://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2014/06/spacex-completes-falcon-9-static-fire-delays-launch/Includes some extra info from L2. Let's see who doesn't read this and posts "any idea of a new launch date" in one of the other threads
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#90
by
Galactic Penguin SST
on 16 Jun, 2014 07:03
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OG2 Mission 1 Update: June 15, 2014
On Friday, June 13 SpaceX completed a successful static test fire on our dedicated Falcon 9 launch vehicle with our six OG2 satellites on board. We are presently encapsulated, and the satellites are in ready-to-launch condition. SpaceX is in the process of finalizing the launch schedule with the Range at the Cape, and we expect to announce a new launch date shortly.
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#91
by
Jarnis
on 16 Jun, 2014 11:26
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#92
by
laika_fr
on 16 Jun, 2014 17:22
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OG2 Mission 1 Update: June 15, 2014
We are currently targeting launch of OG2 Mission 1 on Friday, June 20 at 6:08 pm ET at launch pad SLC-40 with a back-up date of Saturday, June 21.
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#93
by
srepetsk
on 17 Jun, 2014 14:21
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@jeff_foust RT @SCLAUNCH321: range has "officially" approved launch of #falcon9 on Friday 20 June. But..weather is bad. Only 30% acceptable conditions forecasted
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#94
by
Darga
on 17 Jun, 2014 18:44
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@jeff_foust RT @SCLAUNCH321: range has "officially" approved launch of #falcon9 on Friday 20 June. But..weather is bad. Only 30% acceptable conditions forecasted
Wonder where they get that from. Patrick AFB forecast is showing 30% chance of precipitation and only 20% for lightning. Winds 10 gusting 15. Those don't seem that bad considering the date.
http://www.patrick.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-061114-008.pdf
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#95
by
sdsds
on 18 Jun, 2014 04:09
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Launch day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 70%
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#96
by
chas
on 18 Jun, 2014 15:13
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#97
by
chas
on 19 Jun, 2014 17:10
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From Patrick AFB this morning:
Launch Operations Forecast
Vehicle: Falcon 9 Orbcomm-1
Issued: 19 June 2014 / 1330Z (0930 EDT)
Valid: 20 June 2014 / 2208 - 2302Z (1808 - 1902 EDT) Launch Weather Team: (321) 853-8484
Synoptic Discussion: The low pressure mentioned in earlier forecasts is now developing off Florida’s southeast coast. Models have changed in the movement of the low and now want to move the low northward and keep it off-shore. This will bring showery conditions today and tonight with an isolated chance of a thunderstorm. Tomorrow, showery conditions will continue as the low continues to move up the coast. At the opening of the launch window, expect the low to be east of the Cape bringing cumulus clouds and showers. However, if the models continue the trend in moving the low further eastward, this would result in drier conditions with less rain and clouds in the area. With the current model solution, cumulus clouds and thick clouds will be the main concern with now a lesser chance of violating the lightning and anvil cloud rules.
On Saturday, the low is expected to continue moving northward and weaken. This will bring isolated showers to the recovery area; however, improving conditions at the Cape. Expect the sea breeze to develop and move inland between the Cape and Orlando with showers and isolated thunderstorms. Cumulus clouds, thick clouds, lightning and anvil clouds will still be a concern in the launch window.
Clouds Coverage
Cumulus Scattered Altocumulus Scattered Cirrostratus Broken
Weather: Showers Visibility: 7 miles
Wind (MPH): 030° @ 14 P18 (162’) Temperature: 82°F
Bases (feet)
3,000 12,000 30,000
Tops (feet)
7,000 16,000 35,000
Low
Solar Activity: Pressure:
29.97 INS RH: 72%
Launch day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 70% Primary concern(s): Cumulus Cloud Rule, Thick Cloud Rule, Lightning Rule, Anvil Cloud Rule
24-hour delay overall probability of violating weather constraints: 40% Primary concern(s): Cumulus Cloud Rule, Thick Cloud Rule, Anvil Cloud Rule, Lightning Rule
Sunrise:
20/0625 EDT 21/0625 EDT
Sunset:
20/2023 EDT 21/2023 EDT
Moonrise:
20/0136 EDT 21/0215 EDT
Moonset:
20/1421 EDT 21/1520 EDT
Illumination:
48% 37%
Next forecast will be issued: 20 June 0930EDT
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#98
by
malu5531
on 19 Jun, 2014 18:34
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SpaceX has updated their live webcast website. They will start broadcasting tomorrow evening at 8:30 PM EDT (2.30 AM CEST);
http://www.spacex.com/webcast/
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#99
by
mme
on 19 Jun, 2014 18:58
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SpaceX has updated their live webcast website. They will start broadcasting tomorrow evening at 8:30 PM EDT (2.30 AM CEST);
http://www.spacex.com/webcast/
I suspect they put the wrong time zone down. They have 5:30 PM PDT which would be after the launch.
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#100
by
Comga
on 19 Jun, 2014 19:02
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SpaceX has updated their live webcast website. They will start broadcasting tomorrow evening at 8:30 PM EDT (2.30 AM CEST);
http://www.spacex.com/webcast/
Something here is confusing me.
Launch window opens at 6:08 PM EDT
"8:30 PM EDT" is an hour and a half later.
The webcast says "Live launch webcast will begin here at about 5:35pm EDT!"
However, their countdown clock seems to be off by two hours.
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#101
by
Elvis in Space
on 19 Jun, 2014 20:20
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SpaceX has updated their live webcast website. They will start broadcasting tomorrow evening at 8:30 PM EDT (2.30 AM CEST);
http://www.spacex.com/webcast/
Something here is confusing me.
Launch window opens at 6:08 PM EDT
"8:30 PM EDT" is an hour and a half later.
The webcast says "Live launch webcast will begin here at about 5:35pm EDT!"
However, their countdown clock seems to be off by two hours.
Looks like they just reused a page from a previous attempt and failed to make a change.
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#102
by
Comga
on 19 Jun, 2014 21:03
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SpaceX has updated their live webcast website. They will start broadcasting tomorrow evening at 8:30 PM EDT (2.30 AM CEST);
http://www.spacex.com/webcast/
Something here is confusing me.
Launch window opens at 6:08 PM EDT
"8:30 PM EDT" is an hour and a half later.
The webcast says "Live launch webcast will begin here at about 5:35pm EDT!"
However, their countdown clock seems to be off by two hours.
Looks like they just reused a page from a previous attempt and failed to make a change.
No. The text has been updated correctly. The live countdown clock looks to be wrong.
But this is veering away from Updates
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#103
by
Chris Bergin
on 19 Jun, 2014 22:09
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