Largest rocket NASA has ever launched scheduled for Aug.29th, 2022

[moonstone]

Anybody in the NE Florida area might be interested in this. Copied from one of the Florida Facebook groups I belong to.

NASA, is set to launch the Artemis 1 mission August 29, 2022 — with a 2 hour launch window opening at 08:33 am. This will be the largest rocket NASA has ever launched and it is expected to draw very large crowds. The Brevard EOC predicts that 100,000 to 200,000 visitors will come to see this launch — and the majority of hotel rooms in the area already sold out for this time frame.
So what do Cape Canaveral residents need to know in order to be prepared?
• Liftoff is from Pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Center.
• Jetty Park will remain open until it reaches capacity.
• BCSO and CFR personnel will be out enforcing the parking lot closures.
• There will be 5 (five) Cruise Ships in Port on Launch Day.
• Heaviest traffic is expected between 5:00 am and 10:00 am the day of the launch.
• Once the launch is completed traffic will be funneled from East on SR 528 to A1A South and then to SR 520.
Residents should plan accordingly and stay off the roadways if possible to avoid being stuck in this congestion.
• EDIT: Port parking is open
#StayTunedForUpdates #PackYourPatience #LiveLaughLaunch #LoveWhereYouLaunch #FrontRowSeats

We have been lucky to have seen 3 launches while on vacation in Florida. Twice when we were in St. Augustine and once while staying in Titusville. Of course the best viewing was from across the Indian River from the Kennedy Space Center where we could even hear the roar of the rocket at lift-off.


~Diane

 

[Luanne]

My best friend's daughter (who I have always called my "first daughter") has been instrumental in this project. I couldn't be prouder of her.

 

[mdurette]

A Big thank you for posting as we will be in Orlando.....hum, wondering if we should head somewhere to see it. Don't need to be "right there" but would be cool to even watch from afar someplace.

 

[Luanne]

A Big thank you for posting as we will be in Orlando.....hum, wondering if we should head somewhere to see it. Don't need to be "right there" but would be cool to even watch from afar someplace.

There are lots of viewing areas. My best friend, who lives on Merritt Island, watches the launches from her backyard.

 

[Brett]

A Big thank you for posting as we will be in Orlando.....hum, wondering if we should head somewhere to see it. Don't need to be "right there" but would be cool to even watch from afar someplace.

you can see rocket launches from Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral

 

[mdurette]

Thanks all - I secured a room on Cocoa Beach and will head there the night before, fingers crossed it goes off as scheduled! Very excited about this diversion from the mouse for a day!

 

[Patri]

I would love to see this. Will have to settle for the TV.

 

[pedro47]

This rocket launched will be witnessed by the whole world on television

 

[Luanne]

From my "first daughter's" FB page. And yes, she took the picture.

 

[Luanne]

More photos.

Vehicle Assembly Building

Prior to rolling it to the pad

 

[TUGBrian]

certainly going to be one heckuva show!

i realize there are far more scientific/math/weather issues that dictate launch windows....but man....pick a better time than monday at 8am and youd likely have most of the country watching!

still believe the launch of the spacex starship when its finally ready will straight up break the internet!

 

[pedro47]

From my "first daughter's" FB page. And yes, she took the picture.

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That is one long & huge launch pad.

 

[chapjim]

From my "first daughter's" FB page. And yes, she took the picture.

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It's a BFR!

 

[Luanne]

It's a BFR!

Okay, I'll show my ignorance. What's a BFR?

Wait I think I know. Big F##### Rocket.

 

[mdurette]

certainly going to be one heckuva show!

i realize there are far more scientific/math/weather issues that dictate launch windows....but man....pick a better time than monday at 8am and youd likely have most of the country watching!

still believe the launch of the spacex starship when its finally ready will straight up break the internet!

Add that to morning rush with people getting to work/school and 5 cruise ships coming in/out that morning!

 

[Passepartout]

@Luanne, tell your 'First Daughter' that she has fans here. This is exciting!

 

[Luanne]

@Luanne, tell your 'First Daughter' that she has fans here. This is exciting!

And I should mention, "First Daughter" is a BFD at NASA. For awhile she was the last voice you'd hear at launch giving sign off from Safety for launch.

 

[Passepartout]

And I should mention, "First Daughter" is a BFD at NASA. For awhile she was the last voice you'd hear at launch giving sign off from Safety for launch.

Yes, you noted early in this thread that she holds a responsible position at NASA. Congrats to her and much continued success. What a gig!

 

[moonstone]

Bumping up as a reminder. Also saw this interesting article on the rocket. "It is a monster!": Massive NASA moon rocket set for historic flight (msn.com)
Sad I'm not at our condo to watch it. I dont think the view will be nearly as good from the timeshare in the Pocono's where we are headed tomorrow for a week.

~Diane

 

[Luanne]

I am going to have to record the launch, if I can figure out where it is being televised. Too early for me to watch live. If it was in person then yes, I'd be up early to watch it. My best friend's daughter got passes for her family to watch the launch on site at KSC. My friend said they are getting there at 4:30 a.m. for the launch, which I think is at 8:30 a.m.

 

[MULTIZ321]

NASA's Artemis I Launch Date - How to Watch the First Moon Mission in 50 Years on Monday | KQED

NASA's Artemis I Launch Date — How to Watch the First Moon Mission in 50 Years | KQED

NASA's Artemis missions aim to learn about long-term human survival in space, one small step on the road to Mars.

www.kqed.org

Richard

 

[MULTIZ321]

Artemis: When is the Launch, how to watch it and everything else you need to know about humanity's return to the Moon

Artemis: Everything you need to know about humanity’s return to the Moon | BBC Science Focus Magazine

The ambitious project aims to land astronauts on the lunar surface for the first time since 1972.

www.sciencefocus.com

Richard

 

[MULTIZ321]

'The eyes' of NASA's Orion spacecraft will provide navigation, beautiful views of Earth and the moon

'The eyes' of NASA's Orion spacecraft will provide navigation, beautiful views of Earth and the moon

The Redwire Space camera system will also help provide live views of Orion's journey to the moon and back.

www.q13fox.com

Richard

 

[FTEddie]

Fingers crossed it all goes well. It is exciting to be going back into exploring planets. This is a major first step.

 

[Passepartout]

This kinda reminds me of getting up at oh-dark-thirty to see the fuzzy images of Walter Cronkite announcing the Mercury missions. (yep, I'm THAT old!)

I prolly won't be up early enough to see it live, and there will be highlights- either way.