Last launch attempt was scrubbed due to faulty readings of an oxygen sensor.
The launch takes place at Mahia Peninsula in New Zealand.
The mission is called In Focus and is a rideshare for Canon Electronics and Planet.
Payload consists of 9 Rocket Lab SuperDove CubeSats for Planet Labs and a satellite for Canon Electronics, mounted on Rocket Lab's newly developed kick-stage.
Introduction of Rocket Lab's satellite bus and capable kick-stage:
Introducing First Light: Rocket Lab's first Photon satellite in orbit
Why it's interesting:
- 15th launch of the Electron rocket by Rocket Lab
- The engines are 3D printed
- Fuel pumps are battery powered.
- The stages are built out of carbon composite material.
- Kiwis in space
Where to watch:
Tim Dodd will be live streaming 30 minutes before launch:
15 minutes before launch:
Or
Check your local time of launch at: www.timeanddate.com
Boom XB-1 Supersonic Rollout
Boom presented an assembled plane and gave updates on technical details.
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.