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The launch team is beginning the “slew” or steering checks of the first and second stage engines. These are gimbal tests of the nozzles on the first stage main engine and twin vernier engines and second stage engine to ensure the rocket will be able to steer itself during launch.


28 posted on 03/06/2009 6:56:15 PM PST by KevinDavis (No one should question our "Dear Leader"!)
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The second stage engine slews are complete. First stage tests have begun.


29 posted on 03/06/2009 6:57:51 PM PST by KevinDavis (No one should question our "Dear Leader"!)
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