The Falcon Heavy has been lifted into vertical position at pad 39A this morning in readiness for today's planned launch on the #STP2 mission: https://spaceflightnow.com/2019/06/18/falcon-heavy-stp-2-launch-preps/ …
Current location: .37 mile from LC 39-AI simply cannot describe how amazing the view is from the Atlantic Ocean. You really need to join @StarFleetTours on a pre-launch tour. We are even learning a bit of history along the way. #STP2 #FalconHeavy
Launch day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 20% Primary concern(s): Anvil Cloud Rule, Thick Cloud Layer Rule Delay day probability of violating launch weather constraints: 30% Primary concern(s): Anvil Cloud Rule, Thick Cloud Layer Rule
Today is LAUNCH day! The @DeptofDefense Space Test Program-2 (STP-2) mission, managed by @AF_SMC, is targeting launch at 11:30 p.m. ET. This mission will deliver 24 satellites to space on the DoD's first ever SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch vehicle. @usairforce
Remote cameras are setup and we are go for launch! Sooty Heavy is absolutely stellar in person 🥰
Odds of center core surviving are about 50% imo, as it’s coming in about 4 times faster than a rifle bullet
Did SpaceX make any modifications to Octagrabber?
Yes, the droids can now hold down the center core
Targeting T-0 of 2:30 a.m. EDT for Falcon Heavy launch of STP-2; team completed additional ground system checkouts. Vehicle and payload continue to look good
