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And that's the downside of air launch. You drop the rocket, then light it off. If there's a problem with it, the computer can't just abort the launch and shut it down to be repaired ... gravity is in control and the bird with its payload become an expensive hole in the ocean. You have the choice of...

Much as I like to hear that the launch was a success, the purpose of this particular payload is not so clear to me. Another use is supposed to be a bit of heads up time on incoming Solar weather... not sure how much useful time it can give, but maybe like the earthquake early warning system, it mig...

For those who missed it today, (well, today the 11th, it's 12th now by a bit) great launch, check... successful 2nd stage burn, check, successful 2nd burn of 2nd stage for enough dV for the L1 point, check, and successful payload separation, check! Also heard the 1st went in to the drink nice and le...