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September 04, 2022

Latest Artemis Launch Attempt Fails

NASA to 'Stand Down' on Artemis I Launch Attempts in Early September

After standing down on today’s Artemis I launch attempt when engineers could not overcome a hydrogen leak in a quick disconnect, an interface between the liquid hydrogen fuel feed line and the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, mission managers met and decided they will forego additional launch attempts in early September. Over the next several days, teams will establish access to the area of the leak at Launch Pad 39B, and in parallel conduct a schedule assessment to provide additional data that will inform a decision on whether to perform work to replace a seal either at the pad, where it can be tested under cryogenic conditions, or inside the Vehicle Assembly Building.

NASAO and FAA Sign MOUs Regarding Aviation Education, Development, UAS, and Advanced Mobility Across the Country

The National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) has embarked on a mission to strengthen ties between their collective state-level entities and broader federal agencies. The NASAO Board Chair, Anthony McCloskey, met with Acting FAA Administrator Billy Nolen to sign 4 separate MOUs detailing and updating the parameters of their continued partnership. NASAO and FAA leadership have agreed to begin work on fulfilling commitments immediately, with another meeting on the books for this month's upcoming NASAO Annual Convention.