Tag: H-2A

  • Upgraded Japanese weather satellite set for launch

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    A space-based weather monitor, equipped with upgraded instruments for more detailed and timely data on tropical cyclones and thunderstorms, is scheduled for launch Tuesday on top of Japan’s 25th H-2A rocket. The H-2A rocket arrives at the launch pad Monday after rollout from its Vehicle Assembly Building. Photo credit: MHI The Himawari 8 weather observatory…