SLS enters pad flow ahead of historic Artemis II mission
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Key Points:
- NASA’s Artemis II Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion spacecraft have been transported to Launch Pad 39B at Kennedy Space Center after a 10-hour journey, marking the start of final prelaunch preparations for a potential launch on April 1.
- The rollout was delayed due to high winds affecting plywood installation at the Vehicle Assembly Building exit, but the rocket safely arrived overnight on the Crawler Transporter 2.
- Engineers addressed a helium pressurization issue in the upper stage by removing a dislodged seal and redesigning a secondary seal, completing extensive testing and repairs before the rocket’s return to the pad.
- The Artemis II Flight Readiness Review on March 12 gave unanimous “go” approval for
