Secret Mini Spy Space Shuttle Launch (OTV-6) [Live: 16.05.2020, 12:24 UTC]

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The U.S. Space force is launching X-37b on top of an Atlas V rocket from Space Launch Complex 41, Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida.

Last time this secretive glider was on orbit it stayed for 780 days. On this mission it will carry instruments to convert sunlinght into microwaves and beam it down to earth.


Check your local time of launch at: www.timeanddate.com


Where to watch:

Tim Dodd will be live streaming 30 minutes before launch:

Or on the United Launch Alliance live stream:


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.


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