Author Topic: SpaceX Falcon 9 : BulgariaSat-1 : June 23, 2017 : UPDATES (Read 294203 times)

Rebel44 · « **Reply #60 on:** 06/18/2017 07:31 pm »

Standing down on BulgariaSat-1 to replace a fairing valve, next launch opportunities are 6/23 and 6/24

https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/876522258948169728

NX-0 · « **Reply #61 on:** 06/18/2017 07:32 pm »

FutureSpaceTourist · « **Reply #62 on:** 06/18/2017 08:29 pm »

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Postponing launch to replace fairing pneumatic valve. It is dual redundant, but not worth taking a chance.

https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/876536406230712320

tvg98 · « **Reply #63 on:** 06/19/2017 11:42 pm »

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is again standing at launch pad 39A in Florida tonight for testing.
https://twitter.com/SpaceflightNow/status/876947255592464384

Chris Bergin · « **Reply #64 on:** 06/20/2017 01:59 pm »

Was just a testing opportunity.

https://forum.nasaspaceflight.com/index.php?topic=35587.msg1691958#msg1691958

Heading back to the barn. All still on track.

Article for Iridium static fire includes a bit on the above:
https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2017/06/spacex-vandy-falcon-9-schedule-realignment/

FutureSpaceTourist · « **Reply #65 on:** 06/20/2017 03:42 pm »

That's more like it, weather now 90% GO

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Launch day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 10%
Primary concern(s): Cumulus Cloud Rule

Delay day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 20%
Primary concern(s): Cumulus Cloud Rule

FutureSpaceTourist · « **Reply #66 on:** 06/20/2017 05:44 pm »

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I spy with my @SpaceX eye ...

https://twitter.com/spacekscblog/status/877209429262954496

FutureSpaceTourist · « **Reply #67 on:** 06/21/2017 02:07 pm »

Updated forecast issued today, no real change - still 90% GO

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Launch day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 10%
Primary concern(s): Cumulus Cloud Rule

Delay day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 20%
Primary concern(s): Cumulus Cloud Rule

FutureSpaceTourist · « **Reply #68 on:** 06/22/2017 01:23 pm »

Updated forecast issued today, again no real change - 90% GO

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Launch day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 10%
Primary concern(s): Cumulus Cloud Rule

Delay day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 20%
Primary concern(s): Cumulus Cloud Rule

mnelson · « **Reply #69 on:** 06/23/2017 05:13 am »

FutureSpaceTourist · « **Reply #70 on:** 06/23/2017 08:51 am »

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SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket has been raised vertical at pad 39A in Florida for liftoff today at 2:10pm EDT (1810 GMT).

https://twitter.com/spaceflightnow/status/878167573950550016

Chris Bergin · « **Reply #71 on:** 06/23/2017 12:42 pm »

Brady out there for NSF taking snap again

Chris G and Philip are at the Iridium launch. We're covered

https://twitter.com/TheFavoritist/status/878229330391965699

Chris Bergin · « **Reply #72 on:** 06/23/2017 12:43 pm »

FEATURE ARTICLE - by William Graham:
https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2017/06/spacex-falcon-9-second-flight-bulgariasat-1-mission/

FutureSpaceTourist · « **Reply #73 on:** 06/23/2017 01:41 pm »

Some closer shots:

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Visited the flight proven #SpaceX Falcon 9 early this morning! 2-hour launch window for the BulgariaSat-1 mission opens at 2:10PM ET!

https://twitter.com/nova_road/status/878239018638385153

jacqmans · « **Reply #74 on:** 06/23/2017 02:54 pm »

Photos taken by Michael Seeley during the early morning of June 23, 2017 as the media was escorted to LC39A to set remote cameras. The BulgariaSat1 satellite is set to be launched later today at 2:10pm on Friday, June 23, 2017.

High resolution versions: https://flic.kr/s/aHskYEGJKD

FutureSpaceTourist · « **Reply #75 on:** 06/23/2017 02:58 pm »

Nice to see the logo:

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SpaceX‏Verified account @SpaceX 23m23 minutes ago

Falcon 9 and BulgariaSat-1 vertical on Pad 39A. Today’s two-hour launch window opens at 2:10 p.m. EDT, 18:10 UTC.

https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/878259699367297025

Chris Bergin · « **Reply #76 on:** 06/23/2017 03:09 pm »

Window opens in three hours from now (for those on various timezones wanting a guide).

tvg98 · « **Reply #77 on:** 06/23/2017 04:49 pm »

Countdown clock at Kennedy Space Center is in an unexpected hold. Standing by for news on timing of Falcon 9 launch.
https://twitter.com/SpaceflightNow/status/878293274221477890

NX-0 · « **Reply #78 on:** 06/23/2017 04:51 pm »

Unexpected hold at 1:28:17

ChrisGebhardt · « **Reply #79 on:** 06/23/2017 04:56 pm »

Clock resumed. Launch at 15:10 EDT now.