Ground systems could delay Artemis 2 launch

MILAN — Refurbishment of ground systems like a mobile launch platform could become another factor in the schedule for the Artemis 2 mission that NASA says is still planned for launch next September. A report by the Government Accountability Office Oct. 17 found that work on the Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) program, which includes the mobile launcher and other ground systems needed to support launches of the Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft, could delay the Artemis 2 launch. “While EGS elements are close to completion, the program has no…

This content is for Member members only.
Log In Register