Even though a lot of us dont say much, i for one can say I really really appreciate all of the backstory that you provide George. Thanks for taking the time and effort to do so. (should have said thank you sooner than now... But, thank you! )
New forecast issued. Weather doesn't look very cooperative, 60% chance of violation. Heavy clouds and liftoff winds being the primary concern. 24 hour delay isn't much better either, 50% chance of violation due to lightning.
Although with long launch window and only 30 mins for propellant loading maybe SpaceX will delay loading if start of the window looks bad.
Weather trending at 60% favorable for today's launch window.
2-hour window opens at 5:39pm ET, 9:39pm UTC
@elonmusk
Satellite deployed to 91,000 km apogee. All looks good.
@elonmusk
Rocket landing speed was close to design max & used up contingency crush core, hence back & forth motion. Prob ok, but some risk of tipping
@elonmusk
Crush core is aluminum honeycomb for energy absorption in the telescoping actuator. Easy to replace (if Falcon makes it back to port).
The owners of the Port Canaveral Webcam got into a snit the last time and ended all video of any SpaceX coverage.
Anybody know how Falcon Heavy will differ during landing?
A google search turns up wonderful things:Anybody know how Falcon Heavy will differ during landing?
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