BOEING STARLINER SET FOR LIFTOFF TO ISS ON TUESDAY 8/3/21

 Hey Space Placers!

A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket with Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner spacecraft onboard is seen on the launch pad at Space Launch Complex 41.

                                                            Credits: NASA/Joel Kowsky

The delayed launch of Boeing's Starliner CST-100 uncrewed spacecraft is now set for Tuesday, August 3rd, 1:20 p.m. EDT.

As stated by NASA, "The spacecraft is scheduled to dock to the space station at 1:37 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 4. Launch and docking coverage will air live on NASA Television, the NASA app, and the agency’s website.

The spacecraft will carry more than 400 pounds of NASA cargo and crew supplies to the space station. It will return to Earth with more than 550 pounds of cargo, including the reusable Nitrogen Oxygen Recharge System tanks that provide breathable air to station crew members."

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Sky Guy in VA