SpaceX Falcon 9 FT launch - Iridium Next 1-10 - SLC-4E

[Mike1080i]

Given such a lengthy delay, I wonder whether JRTI will return to port? I will post the details if I find that out.

It does look like Pacific Warrior is headed back to port with JTRI.

 

[Grendal]

It does look like Pacific Warrior is headed back to port with JTRI.

And it's headed back out again a few hours ago. *Crossing fingers* for a smooth Saturday launch...and landing.

The weather for Saturday is looking very good.

 

[Grendal]

Payload is loaded for the Saturday launch.

Iridium satellite loaded on Falcon 9 rocket ahead of planned January 14 launch

The weather continues to look good.

 

[NikeWings]

Seems like I worked it into every conversation today.......I'm so excited about this launch.

 

[Electroman]

What is the window for tomorrow?

 

[Dave EV]

What is the window for tomorrow?

The launch window for all Iridium NEXT launches is instantaneous because of the polar orbit and relatively low altitude.

See Mike1080i's earlier post on launch windows.
SpaceX Falcon 9 FT launch - Iridium Next 1-10 - SLC-4E

 

[Grendal]

What is the window for tomorrow?

One second launch window: 9:54 AM Pacific Coast Time.

Here's a blurb from CBS this morning. An interview with Gwynne Shotwell:

 

[Grendal]

Here is the Iridium launch press kit. Just out.
9:54 AM PST and 34 seconds!

 

[Wshowell]

Anyone looking for a place to stay that has a level 2 charger (we have both a Clipper Creek and an HPWC both with 40 amp). My parents Airbnb is available. We are just about 45 minutes from the best launch viewing point and the superchargers in both BUELLTON and Atascadero will be clogged. These launches are Tesla family reunions best to charge the night before or Destination Charge... Large quiet country getaway 8 acres - for Rent in Arroyo Grande

 

[Grendal]

And here we go.....
The Hosted Webcast:

The "no frills" Technical Webcast:

 

[ggr]

I wish to extend my best wishes to ASDS Just Read the Instructions. The poor thing got crashed on so many times, then got moved to the west coast just in time for its little sister ASDS Of Course I Still Love You to get all the glory. Break a leg, JRtI!

 

[Lump]

I am at Vandi, intersection of Ocean & Renwick Ave, its perfect weather.

 

[Nikxice]

I am at Vandi, intersection of Ocean & Renwick Ave, its perfect weather.


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Enjoy the launch. Perhaps someday the west coast will have the opportunity to enjoy the whole show, without the assistance of an ASDS!

 

[Piney999]

Lump, I am so jealous. Please keep posting pictures if you are able.

 

[Grendal]

Successful launch! Everything nominal!

Landing successful! JRTI is a winner! Finally!

 

[Yuri_G]

Man, watching the first stage from separation to landing was so satisfying!

 

[Electroman]

Bulls eye !!!!

 

[Piney999]

I can't get enough of that.... EVER.

 

[JenniferQ]

That was sensational! Although I had to laugh a little, since I would LOVE more instructions to read every time my Tesla gets another mysterious f/w update!

 

[smartypnz]

WOW!!!!!!!