Kwaj-Rockets: Take 2
We’re back on island. It’s still beautiful, and it’s still surreal, but this time we’re going to see a rocket launch!
The team is rested after a much needed break. Some went home to California, some went to Hawaii, and some stayed in Kwaj. Wherever they went, they’re here now refreshed and pumped up.
The launch is scheduled for 11am CA time on Monday Dec. 19th. Less than 24 hours from now.
It’s a Beautiful Morning
It’s 5:30am, Kwaj time. T-Minus 90 minutes.
Stage 2 is almost completely fueled. They are just about to start on Stage 1 (the bigger, lower part of the rocket).
Spirits are much calmer this time than last. Confidence is high and everyone is on.
All systems are go.
T-minus 80 minutes.
Mission Abort Summary
The mission has been scrubbed until early next year. [. . .]
Very painful to watch. Like in those movies when someone takes a hammer to a brand new ferrari. These sort of things should be divinely protected.
Thankfully there does not appear to be any other damage. The rocket will have to be lowered and placed in the hanger for thorough inspection.
Current expectations for the next launch attempt is late January.
’til next time.