Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft Launch Faces Delays

Delayed Launch

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft has encountered setbacks in its planned launch schedule. The Crewed Flight Test was initially set for May 6, 2024, but was pushed back due to an oxygen valve issue on the Atlas rocket.

Valve Issue Scrubs Launch

The first launch attempt on May 8 was scrubbed after a valve issue was detected on the United Launch Alliance (ULA) Atlas V rocket. The oxygen valve is critical for the operation of the rocket's engines.

Launch Campaign Resumes

ULA has begun stacking an Atlas V rocket at Space Launch Complex 41, marking the start of the Starliner's launch campaign. The process involves assembling the rocket's various stages and payload.

Crew Access Tower Completed

The Starliner's crew access tower is the first new access tower built on Florida's Space Coast since the Apollo era. It will provide access to the spacecraft for astronauts during launch and recovery.

Revised Launch Time

The launch of the ULA Atlas V rocket and Boeing Starliner spacecraft is now targeted for 12:25 pm. on a date yet to be determined. The delay is expected to extend the mission's duration by several days.