Any idea about whats the spacecraft name of HTV-X1. like we call Cygnus NG-23 as S.S. William "Willie" C. McCool what is HTV-X1 name?
As with the HTV, if the first mission is successful and there's enough public interest, a nickname might be chosen for the second mission onward.
Quote from: Chinakpradhan on 10/26/2025 03:43 amAny idea about whats the spacecraft name of HTV-X1. like we call Cygnus NG-23 as S.S. William "Willie" C. McCool what is HTV-X1 name?Here is what I got back. It's quite strange:QuoteAs with the HTV, if the first mission is successful and there's enough public interest, a nickname might be chosen for the second mission onward.
Any press kit for HTV-X1 in English please?
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched New unmanned cargo transfer spacecraft1(HTV-X1) aboard the 7th H3 Launch Vehicle (H3 F7) at 9:00:15 a.m.(JST) on October 26, 2025 from the Tanegashima Space Center.The Launch Vehicle flew as planned, and approximately 14 minutes and 4 seconds after the liftoff, the separation of HTV-X1 was confirmed.JAXA appreciates all for the support shown in behalf of the launch.
At 9:00:15 a.m. on October 26(JST), 2025, HTV-X1 was launched aboard the H3 Launch Vehicle No.7 (H3-24W) from the JAXA Tanegashima Space Center.Following its separation from the launch vehicle, communications and attitude control of HTV-X1 were confirmed, and the vehicle is now flying smoothly toward its arrival at the ISS.JAXA expresses its sincere appreciation for the support and cooperation extended by all those involved in the successful launch of HTV-X1.HTV-X1 is scheduled to arrive at the ISS on October 30(JST). Capture by the robotic arm “Canadarm2” on the ISS is planned for around 0:50 a.m. on October 30(JST), followed by berthing to the ISS on the night of October 30(JST).
