NASA and SpaceX Postpone Europa Clipper Launch Scheduled for October 10 Due to Hurricane Milton's Threat 7063m Technology News

NASA and SpaceX have postponed the launch of the Europa Clipper mission due to Hurricane Milton's potential impact on Florida. 205n5d

Written by Gadgets 360 Staff | Updated: 7 October 2024 18:01 IST

NASA and SpaceX Postpone Europa Clipper Launch Scheduled for October 10 Due to Hurricane Milton's Threat

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NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft before encapsulation in the Falcon Heavy rocket's fairing.

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NASA delays Europa Clipper launch with SpaceX due to Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton predicted to hit Florida, impacting launch plans
Europa Clipper's mission remains scheduled within the extended window unt

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SpaceX's hangar at KSC as the region prepares for the approaching hurricane.

Hurricane Milton Threatens Florida's Space Coast 6o2u3c

Hurricane Milton is projected to bring severe weather, including heavy rain and strong winds, to Florida's east coast, where KSC is located. Both NASA and SpaceX have opted to halt the launch in response to the forecasted storm. According to NASA's official statement, the decision was made in anticipation of dangerous conditions expected to impact Cape Canaveral and Merritt Island in the coming days.

The team will reassess the situation once Hurricane Milton has ed, and an evaluation of the facilities has been completed. The launch window for the Europa Clipper mission remains open until November 6, providing ample time for the mission to proceed once conditions improve. Dunn reassured that the mission will resume as soon as it is safe to do so.

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Exploring Europa's Potential for Life 5l2xb

The Europa Clipper mission is a $5 billion project designed to study Jupiter's moon, Europa. The moon is believed to contain a vast ocean beneath its icy surface, and NASA aims to determine if it could life. Using nine advanced scientific instruments, the spacecraft will conduct dozens of flybys of Europa once it reaches Jupiter's orbit in 2030. This mission is considered a key step in understanding Europa's potential to harbour life and may help identify landing sites for future exploration.

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