October 4 - Odyssey Launch Platform Departs

Odyssey Launch Platform departs Home Port in Long Beach, Calif., for the launch site on the Equator.

 


Lift Test of Integrated Launch Vehicle on the Launch Pad


Lift Test of Integrated Launch Vehicle on the Launch Pad

The Integrated Launch Vehicle rolls out of the hangar on the Launch Platform and lifts to a vertical position on the launch pad, where it stands for several hours during tests at Home Port.

Following the tests, the vehicle is lowered to it's horizontal position and stored in the hangar for transit to the launch site.


October 7 - Sea Launch Commander Departs

Sea Launch Commander sets sail for the Equator to prepare for the launch of the Thuraya satellite.

 


Lift Test of Integrated Launch Vehicle on the Launch Pad

The Integrated Launch Vehicle rolls out of the hangar on the Launch Platform and lifts to a vertical position on the launch pad, where it stands for several hours during tests at Home Port.

Following the tests, the vehicle is lowered to it's horizontal position and stored in the hangar for transit to the launch site.


Lift Test of Integrated Launch Vehicle on the Launch Pad

The Integrated Launch Vehicle rolls out of the hangar on the Launch Platform and lifts to a vertical position on the launch pad, where it stands for several hours during tests at Home Port.

Following the tests, the vehicle is lowered to it's horizontal position and stored in the hangar for transit to the launch site.

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