The Demo 1 launch of Space X’s Falcon 9 and Dragon capsule could happen this Monday morning. The launch will take place at Cape Canaveral, Florida at Launch Complex 40. If necessary, Tuesday and Wednesday will be available as backup days.
The demo flight will have a Falcon 9 rocket launching a Dragon Capsule into orbit. It will exceed speeds of over 17,000 MPH and splash down in the Pacific Ocean 3 ½ hours later.
Onboard the Dragon will feature NASA’s Commercial Orbital Transportation Services (COTS) software. This software will be used in conducting supply missions to the International Space Station. After the shuttle fleet is retired, Space-X is already on board and will fly at least 12 supply missions to ISS.
Space X will host a webcast of the event on their website. Launch coverage will begin at 8:15 for the necessary launch windows.
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| Artist's conception of the SpaceX Dragon Capsule in orbit. |
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| Artist's conception of the SpaceX Dragon Capsule in orbit. |
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