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Before leaving Home Port for the Equator, the launch team runs a final series of tests with the rocket erect on the launch pad. Here, Joe Carpico reviews procedures in the hangar on the Launch Platform in preparation for rolling out the rocket to the launch pad at the stern of the deck. |
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Members of the rocket team observe the rocket as it rolls out of the hangar on the launch deck. |
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The erector, holding the rocket, separates from the transporter as pneumatic pumps raise the rocket to a vertical position on the launch pad. |
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With a firm grip on the rocket, the erector supports the rocket. |
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And a beautiful sight it is! |
