Friday, April 19, 2013

Antares Test Launch Update

NASA's Wallops Flight Facility
 
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Antares Test Launch Update:
 
Orbital has confirmed the next opportunity to test launch its Antares rocket from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia will be no earlier than 5 p.m. EDT on Saturday, April 20.
 NASA TV coverage of the launch will begin at 4:30 p.m. By the time coverage starts, the launch window will likely have been reduced to 10-15 minutes.

 An attempt Friday was called off after review of the weather forecast. Saturday’s forecast indicates an 85 percent chance of favorable conditions. If needed, a back-up launch opportunity is available on Sunday.
 
For an updated briefing and NASA TV coverage schedule, follow: http://www.nasa.gov/orbital.

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