Starliner Launch Nears: NASA to Resume Live Coverage
Pre-Launch Preparations Resume
NASA will recommence live coverage of the Starliner launch campaign on Thursday, May 18th, at 9:30 AM EDT. The countdown begins 45 days before the scheduled liftoff, with United Launch Alliance (ULA) stacking an Atlas V rocket at Space Launch Complex 41 (SLC-41) in Florida.
Starliner Crew Flight Test
The Starliner spacecraft, part of Boeing's Crew Space Transportation (CST-100) program, is designed to carry up to four astronauts to and from the International Space Station (ISS). The upcoming Starliner Crew Flight Test will mark the spacecraft's first mission to the ISS.
Launch Schedule
The launch of the ULA Atlas V rocket and Boeing Starliner spacecraft is scheduled for 12:25 PM EDT on July 26th. The spacecraft will embark on a weeklong journey to the ISS, where it will dock and conduct various tests.
Conclusion
NASA's resumption of live coverage and the commencement of pre-launch preparations signal the progress toward Starliner's eagerly anticipated launch. With the eyes of the world upon it, this mission represents a critical milestone in the development of commercial spaceflight capabilities. As Starliner embarks on its mission, it serves as a testament to human ingenuity and the pursuit of space exploration.
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