NASA teams are finalizing the details on the Self Propelled Module Transporter (SPMT) that will allow for Space Launch System Structural Test Articles (STAs) and the Integrated Core Stage (ICS) to depart the Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF) en route to shipping to various NASA hubs, including the Kennedy Space Center (KSC).
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SpaceX
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The Core Stage of NASA’s first Space Launch System (SLS) vehicle arrived at the Kennedy…
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ArtemisBoeing/StarlinerNorthrop Grumman
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Following the first-ever triple Raptor Static Fire test, Starship SN8 is pushing through the pre-launch…
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The interstage connector for the first NASA Space Launch System (SLS) vehicle was delivered to…
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The Green Run test campaign for the first NASA Space Launch System (SLS) Core Stage…
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The first NASA Space Launch System (SLS) Core Stage arrived at the Stennis Space Center…
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Working through almost all of the standard fortnight year-end holiday, Boeing’s final assembly team for…
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Artemis
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Artemis
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NASA and prime contractor Boeing are working to finish assembly and checkout of the first…
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Artemis
NASA SLS Core Stage shipping and handling practice moves from Stennis to KSC
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Boeing’s new plans to finish the first assembly of a NASA Space Launch System (SLS)…
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Artemis
Boeing completes first NASA SLS engine section, getting ready for final Core Stage mate
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Artemis
Shuttle veteran RS-25 engines ready for SLS Core Stage installation ahead of Artemis-1
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