The TDRS-L satellite is safely in orbit and will soon add its capabilities to the TDRS System, ensuring dependable space-to-ground communication support for Earth-orbiting spacecraft today and in the future. The satellite launched from Space Launch Complex 41 on Cape Canaveral Air Force Station at 9:33 p.m. EST.
“We’ve confirmed we’ve got a healthy spacecraft,” Dunn said. “The launch team is thrilled, and as you can imagine, the spacecraft team is even more thrilled.”
This brings our live coverage to a close. To keep up with TDRS-L’s status and other TDRS System news, visit http://tdrs.gsfc.nasa.gov/.
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