I will be joining @LabPadre again for live coverage of Starship Flight 3! Fresh off a 12 hour shift and have been up for about 25 hours but I will summon the energy! Let’s Go SpaceX!!! youtube.com/live/KbNL6cf1R…
@CSI_Starbase @LabPadre You sound so tired on labpadre hope you get some sleep soon
@CSI_Starbase @LabPadre Great dedication! I would do the same, we are hardcore space nerds!
@CSI_Starbase @LabPadre Here's the correct link youtube.com/live/LMyXho_YC…
@CSI_Starbase @LabPadre Not at your hours but on my way thanks for pushing through but I know you would still do it if nobody knew 🙏
@CSI_Starbase @LabPadre Thanks for being a commentator on this exciting day, Zack. Knowledgeable, enthusiastic and just fun. It wouldn't be the same without you.
This sounds true for Falcon booster models, can Starship handle higher wind speeds due to being substantially larger? @elonmusk SpaceX prepares for windy conditions during a launch by closely monitoring the wind speeds at the launch pad and downrange locations. At the launch pad, sustained winds cannot exceed 30 mph, as exceeding this limit can lead to a launch delay out of caution for safety[1]. Wind shear, which is the change in winds through different layers of the atmosphere, is also monitored at higher levels to ensure the rocket's path is not disrupted[1]. Downrange weather is monitored at multiple locations along the ascent track to ensure safe recovery of the crew and spacecraft in case of an abort during launch or flight[3]. Additionally, SpaceX prefers calm weather downrange for successful first stage recovery, which helps save costs and reduce environmental impact[1]. Forecasting duties are handled by the Space Launch Delta 45, part of the United States Space Force, with meteorologists meticulously assessing all weather aspects to ensure safe launch conditions[3]. Citations: [1] accuweather.com/en/space-news/… [2] acsupplyco.com/maximum-wind-s… [3] news.satnews.com/2024/03/02/upd… [4] fi.edu/en/blog/how-do… [5] forum.nasaspaceflight.com/index.php?topi…
@CSI_Starbase @LabPadre Thanks. We'll be relying on commentary as we won't be able to see much I'm afraid.