LAUNCH: ULA Atlas V Boeing Starliner Crewed Flight Test
Event Details
NASA’s Commercial Crew Program is reaching a significant milestone with the upcoming Crewed Flight Test of the ULA Atlas V Boeing Starliner. This groundbreaking event will see two astronauts embarking on a journey to the International Space Station aboard the Starliner spacecraft for the very first time. The anticipation is high as we await the liftoff and delve into the intricate preparations leading up to this historic moment.
Launch Details
The launch is set to take place at Space Launch Complex 41 in Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on June 5, 2024, at 10:52 AM. The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will be open from 8 AM on the launch day, allowing spectators to witness the awe-inspiring event firsthand. Visitors can enjoy launch viewing from the Apollo/Saturn V Center and the main visitor complex, with admission covering this unforgettable experience.
Payload Blog
Excitement is mounting as we approach the NET June 5, 2024, launch date for NASA’s Boeing Starliner Crewed Flight Test. The mission will be led by seasoned astronauts Butch Wilmore, serving as Mission Commander, and Suni Williams, taking on the role of Pilot. This dynamic duo is set to make history aboard the Starliner spacecraft.
MISSION DETAILS:
– Launch Provider: United Launch Alliance
– Rocket Type: Atlas V
The Crew Flight Test holds immense significance as it showcases the capabilities of the Boeing Starliner and the United Launch Alliance’s Atlas V rocket in safely transporting astronauts to and from the International Space Station. Once the test flight with astronauts is successfully completed, NASA will move forward with certifying the Starliner spacecraft and systems for regular crew rotation missions to the space station.
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