After aborting Saturday’s scheduled launch because of a faulty engine valve, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket made a successful second attempt early Tuesday morning, shooting the Dragon cargo capsule into orbit for its historic attempt to become the first commercial spacecraft to visit the International Space Station.
SpaceX Second Launch Attempt a Success
capsule into space early Tuesday morning.**
Key Takeaways:
- SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched the Dragon cargo capsule, marking the first attempt by a commercial spacecraft to visit the International Space Station after a previous launch abort.
- The Dragon will undergo tests before attempting to rendezvous and dock with the ISS to deliver 1,200 pounds of cargo, remaining for three weeks before returning to Earth.
- This launch is hailed as a significant step for the burgeoning commercial space sector, with leaders from SpaceX and NASA emphasizing its importance for the future.
- A successful mission will clear SpaceX to begin 12 cargo missions for NASA under a $1.6 billion contract and continue development of a manned Dragon spacecraft.
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