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Orion Helium Valve Leak Prompts Redesign Ahead of Artemis IV

Artemis II has a small internal helium leak in Orion’s service-module valves, but it does not threaten reentry; the leaky valves will be discarded with the service module and NASA will study the leak to guide a redesign of the valve system for future flights, notably Artemis IV. Artemis III remains on track for 2027 (in Earth orbit) and Artemis IV for 2028, with a redesigned helium valve system expected to be ready; heat shield work is progressing as Artemis II proceeds.

via Ars Technica|

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space-exploration23 days ago•61 min saved

Artemis 2 rolls toward pad after helium fix, launch window shifted to April

NASA’s Artemis 2 mission’s Space Launch System rocket rolled back to the Vehicle Assembly Building for repairs after a helium-flow issue, with teams aiming to return it to Launch Pad 39B no earlier than April 1. The four astronauts remain in quarantine, and officials must complete fueling checks and other inspections before liftoff on a roughly 10‑day lunar mission from Kennedy Space Center.

via Space|

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space1 month ago•67 min saved

Artemis II back on track for April lunar flyby after helium fix

NASA says Artemis II is back on track for an April launch after engineers fixed a helium-flow issue caused by a dislodged seal in the Space Launch System’s upper stage. The four-astronaut mission will fly a lunar loop to test systems ahead of crewed lunar landings planned for 2028, with launch windows in early to mid-April and again at month’s end as technicians continue nearby repairs at Kennedy Space Center.

via Live Science|

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science1 month ago•42 min saved

Helium hiccup delays Artemis II lunar mission, prompting a rollback to the VAB

NASA’s Artemis II crewed lunar mission hit a new snag after engineers detected a helium flow problem in the upper stage of the Space Launch System, forcing the rocket to roll back from the launchpad to the Vehicle Assembly Building. The setback likely ends any March launch plans and sets no-earlier-than April as the earliest window, with potential dates in May or June under consideration depending on data, repairs, and any further testing. The mission would carry four astronauts—Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian Jeremy Hansen—on a roughly 10-day lunar flyby, a first for humans in deep space since Apollo. Officials are still diagnosing the helium issue, weighing possible causes (e.g., a faulty filter, valve, or quick-disconnect) and whether another wet dress rehearsal will be required before a new launch date can be set.

via Yahoo|

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space-exploration1 month ago•54 min saved

Artemis 2 delayed to April as NASA fixes helium issue on SLS

NASA’s Artemis 2 Moon rocket has been rolled back from the launch pad to the Vehicle Assembly Building after a helium-flow glitch detected during a wet dress rehearsal, delaying the March 6 launch window to no earlier than April. Engineers will diagnose and repair the upper-stage issue inside the VAB and aim for a possible third wet dress rehearsal, with an April 1 opening and additional opportunities through April 6; the crew is Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremey Hansen.

via Space|

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space-exploration1 month ago•53 min saved

Artemis 2 Moon Rocket Rolls Back to VAB to Fix Helium Glitch — Watch Live

NASA is rolling the Artemis 2 SLS moon rocket from Launch Pad 39B back to the Vehicle Assembly Building to troubleshoot a helium-flow issue that interrupted a wet dress rehearsal; the four-mile rollback could take up to 12 hours, with live coverage available from Space.com and NASA.

via Space|

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space1 month ago•216 min saved

Artemis II hit with new setback as helium flow halts launch prep

NASA has rolled back the Artemis II rocket to the Vehicle Assembly Building after a helium-flow problem in the upper stage of the Space Launch System, delaying a March liftoff. Engineers are investigating the cause while officials consider potential April launch windows, with further testing likely. When/if it launches, Artemis II will carry four astronauts on a 10-day lunar flyby, marking the first deep-space mission since Apollo ended in 1972.

via CNN|

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space-exploration1 year ago•2 min saved

Boeing Starliner Faces Challenges but Successfully Docks with ISS

NASA has reported helium leaks onboard Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which developed during its journey to the ISS. Despite the issues, the spacecraft remains stable, and two of the helium valves have been closed. The leaks are similar to those that caused a previous launch attempt to be scrubbed. Starliner, carrying NASA astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams, is currently held outside the ISS's "keep out sphere" due to a reaction control system issue, delaying its docking. The mission's success could lead to Starliner being certified for routine ISS missions.

via ABC News|

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space-exploration1 year ago•2 min saved

NASA and Boeing Proceed with Starliner Launch Despite Thruster Leak

NASA and Boeing have scheduled June 1 for the first crewed launch of the Starliner CST-100 despite a helium leak in a thruster. The leak, caused by a seal in a flange, is considered isolated, and officials are confident in managing it. A new de-orbit procedure has been developed to address potential thruster failures. The mission's readiness will be reviewed before the launch date.

via The Register|

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space1 year ago•10 min saved

NASA and Boeing Press On with Starliner Launch Despite Helium Leak

Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, set for its first astronaut launch on June 1, faces potential delays due to a complicated helium leak. NASA and Boeing are carefully assessing the situation, with a delta flight readiness review scheduled for May 29. The mission, involving NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, aims to test the spacecraft's capabilities on a one-week trip to the ISS. Despite the leak, officials emphasize that such anomalies are common and manageable. Backup launch dates are available in early June.

via Space.com|

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Boeing Starliner Crewed Launch Delayed Indefinitely Due to Helium Leak

NASA has postponed the launch of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft to June 1 due to a persistent helium leak in the service module, marking the fifth delay since the original May 6 launch date.

via The Washington Post|

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