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SpaceX Flight 4 Launch Postponed

Matt_dk noted that yesterday's launch plans for SpaceX have hit some turbulence. He says "SpaceX Flight 4 Launch has been postponed. The static fire took place on Saturday [20 Sep 2008, CA time], as expected, and no major issues came up. However, after a detailed analysis of data, we decided to replace a component in the 2nd stage engine LOX supply line. There is a good chance we would be ok flying as is, but we are being extremely cautious. This adds a few extra days to the schedule, so the updated launch window estimate is now Sept 28th through Oct 1st [CA time]."

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  1. Re:Oh good by elrous0 · · Score: 0, Troll

    The world revolves around me. It began on the day I was born and will end on the day I die. So, naturally, everyone is vying for my attention.

    Also, I have a very large penis.

    Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm off to Xbox Live to call everyone who doesn't recognize my superior skills a "fag" or "nigger" in as annoying a voice as I can muster.

    --
    SJW: Someone who has run out of real oppression, and has to fake it.
  2. Re:More Wasteful then NASA? by twiddlingbits · · Score: 0, Troll

    NASA = Need Another Seven Astronauts. They replace perfectly good PEOPLE instead of parts, and not just once either. Good to see someone is taking the lessons to heart!

  3. Re:More Wasteful then NASA? by twiddlingbits · · Score: 0, Troll

    True..A private business has to earn the money before they can waste it, the Government just gets it for nothing from your paycheck. And of course a business that wastes money goes under, a Government just raises your tax or cuts services..or both!