Rocket Lab launches "Don't Stop Me Now" [Scrubbed]
Scrubbed due to high level upper winds.
The launch takes place at Mahia Peninsula in New Zealand.
The mission is called Don't Stop Me Now and is a rideshare for the National Reconnaissance Office, the Royal Australian Air Force and NASA.
In between their launches Rocket Lab is building 2 more launch pads, one in the USA and a second one in New Zealand.
Why it's interesting:
- 12th launch of the Electron rocket by Rocket Lab
- The engines are 3D printed
- Fuel pumps are battery powered.
- The stages are built out of carbon composite material.
- Kiwis in space
Where to watch:
Tim Dodd will be live streaming 30 minutes before launch:
15 minutes before launch:
Or
Check your local time of launch at: www.timeanddate.com
Useful links to stay up to date on launches:
Spaceflightnow.com: Launch Schedule
Everyday Astronaut: Prelaunch Previews
Space News:
NASA Spaceflight nasaspacefight.com
Be aware, this is rocket surgery.
Small disturbances can lead to postponed launches. Making sure everything is just right is way cheaper than risking big fireworks.