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November 10, 2022

Not Again! Artemis I Delayed Due To Possible Hurricane

NASA Prepares Rocket, Spacecraft Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole, Re-targets Launch

NASA is continuing to monitor Tropical Storm Nicole and has decided to re-target a launch for the Artemis I mission for Wednesday, Nov. 16, pending safe conditions for employees to return to work, as well as inspections after the storm has passed. Adjusting the target launch date will allow the workforce to tend to the needs of their families and homes, and provide sufficient logistical time to get back into launch status following the storm.

Beset by Spacecraft Readiness Issues and a Flagging Launch Schedule, Virgin Looks to Double 2023 Launch Calendar

Virgin Orbit reported its 3rd quarter results, announcing it managed to raise $25 million to continue operations for its unorthodox rocket launch offering. Unfortunately, the company also dropped its forecasted launch tempo for quarter 4, announcing that it expects only 3 more launches this year - half of its most optimistic projections earlier this year. The report highlights a few of the running problems with Branson’s rocket launch company, notably its slow rate of launches, dwindling backlog, licensing delays, and outpaced spacecraft readiness.