Antares 230+ | Cygnus CRS-2 NG-15 (S.S. Katherine Johnson)

The Antares 230+ rocket will launch the Cygnus CRS-2 NG-15 spacecraft, also known as S.S. Katherine Johnson, on a resupply mission to the International Space Station. The Cygnus spacecraft will carry approximately 3,700 kilograms of cargo, including scientific experiments, spare parts, and crew provisions. This mission is crucial for sustaining the ISS's research activities and ensuring the continued operation of the station. The Antares 230+ rocket, a variant of the Antares launch vehicle, features a reused first stage, marking the 14th flight of an Antares booster. The launch will take place from the Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia, USA, and is scheduled for February 20, 2021, at 17:36:49 UTC.

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