Launch of XM-4 Halted - Orbitcast

Launch of XM-4 Halted

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In case you didn't notice yesterday, the launch of the XM-4 satellite was halted yesterday due to "off-nominal data from its automated launch support equipment."

While I'm not necessarily sure what's involved with the automated launch support equipment, I do know that being "off-nominal" is rocket-speak for "buggy" so it's a good idea the launch was scrubbed.

Have no fear though, both the spacecraft and the launch vehicle are in excellent condition. When things get nominal again, there will be an update.

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Launch will be retried again October 30th, this is according to NasaSpaceFlight..


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Sea Launch will make their next attempt on October 30.

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