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STS-133: Pressurization complete – into checks, expected countdown preps
Read more →: STS-133: Pressurization complete – into checks, expected countdown prepsEngineers have completed S0071 tasks to pressurize Discovery’s Right OMS (Orbital Maneuvering System), following the changeout of related couplings/seals…
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Ariane 5 ECA launches with dual payloads, before Eutelsat W3B fails
Read more →: Ariane 5 ECA launches with dual payloads, before Eutelsat W3B failsArianespace were back in action on Thursday evening with the dual launch via their Ariane 5 ECA launch…
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ASAP and Shuttle Program concerned over continuing STS-135 uncertainty
Read more →: ASAP and Shuttle Program concerned over continuing STS-135 uncertaintyMembers of the Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel (ASAP) have echoed Shuttle workforce concerns from Space Shuttle Program (SSP)…
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STS-133: Agency FRR approval for Nov. 1 launch date – SRB review
Read more →: STS-133: Agency FRR approval for Nov. 1 launch date – SRB reviewThe Agency Flight Readiness Review (FRR) has concluded by approving November 1 as the launch date for STS-133.…
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STS-134’s additional EVA to pick up on deferred ISS Stage work
Read more →: STS-134’s additional EVA to pick up on deferred ISS Stage workThe changes to Endeavour’s final mission have been outlined at a Program Requirements Control Board (PRCB) meeting, which…
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STS-133: Crossfeed flange seal R&R complete – OMS reload in work
Read more →: STS-133: Crossfeed flange seal R&R complete – OMS reload in workEngineers have completed the removal and replacement of the two seals on Discovery’s Right OMS (Orbital Maneuvering System) crossfeed…
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Replica engines recommended for retired orbiters – Flown SSMEs for HLV
Read more →: Replica engines recommended for retired orbiters – Flown SSMEs for HLVAll three orbiters are set to donate their Space Shuttle Main Engines (SSMEs) to the Heavy Lift Launch…
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ISS Prepares for Busy Upcoming Year of Logistics Operations
Read more →: ISS Prepares for Busy Upcoming Year of Logistics OperationsThe ISS Program is gearing up for what will be a very busy upcoming year of logistics operations,…
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Soyuz 2-1A launches with six Globalstar 2 satellites
Read more →: Soyuz 2-1A launches with six Globalstar 2 satellitesAn Arianespace Soyuz 2-1A launch vehicle has lofted six Globalstar 2 mobile phone and data satellites into orbit…
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STS-133: Engineers press forward with flange seal replacement
Read more →: STS-133: Engineers press forward with flange seal replacementEngineers are continuing to work on IPR-47 (Interim Problem Report) – a leaky flange on Discovery’s crossfeed line…
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STS-133: Discovery to undergo unique leak repair to avoid rollback
Read more →: STS-133: Discovery to undergo unique leak repair to avoid rollbackDiscovery’s IPR-47 (Interim Problem Report) has become a potential schedule concern, after the replacement of a flight cap…
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STS-134 mission to officially increase by two days and one EVA
Read more →: STS-134 mission to officially increase by two days and one EVAEndeavour’s final mission will be officially extended next week, when mission managers approve a Change Request (CR) to…