Crew Dragon, aka Dragonship Endeavor, docks to the ISS [Live: 31.05.2020, 14:27 UTC] + SpaceX blows up another Starship prototype

in Space Exploration4 years ago

Crew Dragon has officially been named Dragonship Endeavor by the astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken.

SpaceX and Nasa TV livestreams are still up and running. Docking will happen at 14:27 UTC. Check in earlier to watch the process of approaching the ISS until docking.

NASA TV Schedule: nasa.gov


How do Capsules work: Tim Dodd


Background information about previous SpaceX launches: Wikipedia


Where to watch:


Check your local time of launch at: www.timeanddate.com


Giant Explosion at SpaceX Boca Chica

SpaceX tested their Starship SN4 prototype to exhaustion. Reason for the explosion was probably not the prototype itself but the tanking equipment on ground.

SN5 is already in the works and soon ready for testing. It will delay the planned 150 meter hop.

Slo mo video of the explosion: Tim Dodd

Analysis and multiple camera angles: Scott Manley


Useful links to stay up to date on launches:

Spaceflightnow.com: Launch Schedule

Everyday Astronaut: Prelaunch Previews

Space News:

NASA Spaceflight nasaspacefight.com


Be aware, this is rocket surgery.

Small disturbances can lead to postponed launches. Making sure everything is just right is way cheaper than risking big fireworks.


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